06 06 2007 COW AgendaTOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING AGENDA
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
DATE: WEDNESDAY, JUNE 6, 2007
TIME: 9:00 a.m.
1. NOTICE OF ADDITIONS TO AGENDA
2. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
3. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF:
- "IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ACT"
4. DEPUTATIONS:
None.
5. CORRESPONDENCE:
a) Peter Jobe, Office of the Fire Marshal, Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional
Services, correspondence dated May 28, 2007 re: Municipal Fire Protection Information
Survey.
b) James Wonta, correspondence dated May 22, 2007 re: Line 2 North Road Allowance.
c) Gord and Sue Roehner, correspondence dated May 17, 2007 re: Proposed Pond and
Wayside Pit, Part W'/z Lots 11 and 12, Concession 8, Township of Oro-Medonte.
d) Gayle Wood, Chief Administrative Officer, correspondence dated May 3, 2007 re:
LSRCA's Proposed Policy Regarding Assimilative Capacity.
e) Michael Drumm, Airport Manager, Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Commission,
correspondence dated May 23, 2007 re: Lake Simcoe Regional Airport.
f) Glen Knox, County Clerk, The Corporation of the County of Simcoe, correspondence
dated May 30, 2007 re: Community Access Program -Request for Support.
g) Sandra Richardson, Deputy Clerk, City of Kawartha Lakes, correspondence dated May
22, 2007 re: Canada Goose Problem.
h) Inga Thompson, Chair, Simcoe County Elder Abuse Committee, correspondence dated
May 31, 2007 re: Proclamation Request, June 15, 2007, "World Elder Abuse Awareness
Day".
i) Correspondence dated May 14, 2007 re: Race Track Noise -Hwy. #11.
6. FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION:
a) Councillor Coutanche, re: Oro-Medonte Chamber of Commerce Directory.
b) Councillor Allison, re: FiII By-Law Discussion.
c) Report No. ADM 2007-12, Doug Irwin, Clerk, re: Draft By-law to Amend the Fees and
Charges By-law.
7. PUBLIC WORKS:
a) Report No. PW 2007-5, Jerry Ball, Public Works Superintendent, re: Temporary Road
Closure - Parkside Drive.
8. ENGINEERING & ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES:
a) Report No. EES 2007-24, Keith Mathieson, Director of Engineering and Environmental
Services: re: Township of Oro-Medonte Septage Treatment Options.
9. BUILDING, PLANNING AND BY-LAW ENFORCEMENT:
a) Nick McDonald, Meridian Planning Consultants Inc., memo correspondence dated May
31 and May 8, 2007 re: Craighurst Secondary Plan.
b) Report No. BP 2007-21, Bruce Hoppe, Director of Building and Planning Services re:
Zoning By-law Amendment Michael Bridge, Pt. Lots 66, 67, 100, Plan 309 (Medonte),
Township of Oro-Medonte, 9850 Highway 12, Warminster.
c) Report No. BP 2007-22, Bruce Hoppe, Director of Building and Planning Services re:
Request for Exemption, Ms. Robin De Villiers, 105 Hummingbird Hill Road.
10.EMERGENCY SERVICES:
None.
11. RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES:
a) Shawn Binns, Manager of Recreation and Community Services, re: Request to Waive
Rental Fees, Unity Christian High School.
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12.IN-CAMERA:
a) Jennifer Zieleniewski, CAO, re: legal Matter.
b) Jennifer Zieleniewski, CAO, re: t_egal Matter.
c) Jennifer Zieleniewski, CAO, re: t_egal Matter.
d) Jennifer Zieleniewski, CAO, re: legal Matter.
e) Jennifer Zieleniewski, CAO, re: Personnel Matter.
f) Jennifer Zieleniewski, CAO, re: Personnel Matter.
g) Jennifer Zieleniewski, CAO, re: Personnel Matter.
h} Jennifer Zieleniewski, CAO, re: Personnel Matter.
13.ADJOURNMENT:
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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
Wednesday, June 6, 2007
5. CORRESPONDENCE:
j) Rita Kovacs, c/o Carthew Bay Ratepayers Association, correspondence dated June
2, 2007 re: Speed Reduction Request, Lakeshore Road along Carthew Bay.
10.EMERGENCY SERVICES:
a) Scott Cowden, Director of Fire and Emergency Services, correspondence dated
June 5, 2007 re: Plan Your Escape Contest Winner- East Oro School.
b) Scott Cowden, Director of Fire and Emergency Services, memo correspondence
dated June 4, 2007 re: Achievement of Superior Tanker Shuttle Accreditation.
12. IN-CAMERA:
i) Jennifer Zieleniewski, CAO, re: Personnel Matter.
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Ministry of Community Safety Ministere de la Surety communautaire ^
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I~AY 3 6 2007
May 28, 2007
Mayor Harry S. Hughes and Council
PO Box 100
148 Line 7 South
Oro, ON, COL 2X0
Dear Mayor Hughes and Members of Council:
fJRO-MEDONTE
The Office of the Fire Marshal (OFM) has conducted a Municipal Fire Protection
Information Survey for your municipality. The survey was developed as a means to
gather information relating to the delivery of public fire safety education and fire
prevention programs in municipalities under the requirements of the Fire Protection and
Prevention Act, 1997 (FPPA). The power to conduct this review is found in the FPPA.
9. (1) The Fire Marshal has the power,
(a) to monitor, review and advise municipalities respecting the provision of
fire protection services and to make recommendations to municipal
councils for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of those
services.
The FPPA also sets out the following municipal responsibilities for providing public fire
safety education and prevention services:
2. (1) Every municipality shall,
(a) establish a program in the municipality which must include public
education with respect to fire safety and certain components of fire
prevention;
Based on our analysis of information gathered during the survey process, it has been
determined that as of May 24, 2007, your municipality is in compliance with the public
fire safety education and fire prevention requirements of subsection 2(1)(a) of the Fire
Protection and Prevention Act, 1997. The details of the OFM findings are contained in
the attached Summary Report of Survey Findings and Identified Needs.
In addition to using the information gathered during the survey analysis as the basis for
determining compliance with Section 2(1)(a) of the FFPA, it is also useful in identifying
additional improvements that could enhance current public fire safety and fire
prevention programs. Although your municipality is in compliance with the requirements
FFPS 09-08
FPA Peter J. Jobe
May 28, 2007
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set out in Section 2(1)(a) of the FPPA, the OFM has identified in the Summary Report of
Survey Findings and Identified Needs, some additional Opportunities For Improvement
to your current programs. You are encouraged to review and give consideration to
implementing these recommendations.
I would be pleased to present your municipality with a Certificate of Compliance in
respect of the public fire safety education and fire prevention requirements of Section
2(1)(a) of the Fire Protection and Prevention Act, 1997. In addition, I welcome the
opportunity to meet with you or your staff to discuss the results of your survey. Please
contact me to arrange for a meeting and to present your certificate.
The Office of the Fire Marshal would be pleased to offer further advice and assistance
on the ways you might continually improve your community's public fire safety education
and fire prevention programs in order to ensure public safety.
Yours sincerely,
Peter J. Jobe
Fire Protection Adviser
Office of the Fire Marshal
Attachment: Summary Report of Survey Findings and Identified Needs
Copies to: Scott Cowden: Director of Fire & Emergency Services
Jennifer Zieleniewski, CAO
Bob Thorpe, OFM Regional A\Operations Manager
OFM file -Fire Protection Services
OFM file -Municipal file
FFPS 09-08
~Ofrice of the Fire Marshal
MUNICIPAL FIRE PROTECTION INFORMATION SURVEY
SUMMARY REPORT of Survey Findings and Identified Needs '~, - `
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Township of Oro-Medonte
Completed by: Peter J. Jobe Date: 2007/05/23
Fire Protection Adviser yyyy/mm/dd
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The Oro-Medonte Township Fire and Emergency Services provides fire service protection to the Township of
Oro-Medonte from six fire station locations within the community. The six fire stations are located in Shanty
Bay, Warminster, Rugby, Moonstone, Hawkestone, and Horseshoe Valley.
The Oro-Medonte Fire and Emergency Services complement consists of 1 fulltime Director of Fire &
Emergency Services administering to 1 fulltime Manager of Operations, 1 fulltime Fire Prevention Officer, 6
District Fire Chiefs, and approximately 120 volunteer firefighters. Each District Fire Chief oversees the
firefighting operation of each fire station within his/her area of responsibility.
In 2006, the Township of Oro-Medonte hired a Director of Fire and Emergency Services (fire chief) and a
fulltime Fire Prevention Officer. In 2006, the municipality hired a Manager of Operations (Deputy Fire Chief)
to carry out the administration and the operation of the Oro-Medonte Fire and Emergency Services.
During the carrying out of the Municipal Fire Protection Information Survey, the Oro-Medonte Fire and
Emergency Services conducted a municipal (simplified) risk assessment in 2007 and identified a number of
fire concerns that were placed on a priority setting worksheet.
Each year, the Oro-Medonte Fire and Emergency Services fire prevention and public education programs are
well-supported financially through the municipality's operational budget. The Oro-Medonte Fire and
Emergency Services, however, should investigate the community's corporate and private resources by
pursuing various partnerships, coalitions, and financial contributions in order to offset, maintain, and
strengthen the delivery of its public education programs.
Fire suppression crews have been an integral part of the Fire and Emergency Services in the promoting and
delivering of public education programs to the citizens of Oro-Medonte Township. Trained in public education
programs, these volunteer firefighting personnel educate and make the community more aware and safer by
promoting fire safety education activities at various social events and community functions.
1. Fire Inspections (Including Complaint \ Request Inspections)
Under the Director of Fire and Emergency Services, all request or complaint fire inspections received from
the public are acted upon and carried out without delay. The Oro-Medonte Township Fire and Emergency
Services conducts fire inspections of retrofit residential occupancies, assembly occupancies, commercial
occupancies, along with the municipal requirement to conduct both licensing and information-type fire
inspections. The Oro-Medonte Fire and Emergency Services maintains an electronic record management
system which monitors the delivery of all request, complaint, and routine /follow-up fire inspections.
2. Risk Assessment
MPPIS Summary - V.3 (Revised: 02/U6/07) Page a Oro-Medonte Township Fire and Emergency Services
County of Simcoe May 23, 2007
Township of Oro-Medonte P.P.A. Peter Jobe
pffice of the Firg Marshal
MUNICIPAt_ FIRE PROTECTION INFORMATION SURVEY
SUM(UTARY RERORT of Survey Findings and Identified Needs ~~;
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In 2007 and during the completion of the Municipal Fire Protection Information Survey process, the Oro-
Medonte Fire and Rescue Services carried out a simplified risk assessment for the Township of Oro-
Medonte.
The Director of Fire and Emergency Services used the Office of the Fire Marshal's Simplified Risk
Assessment model as per the OFM Public Fire Safety Guideline - PFSG 04-40A-03) in order to determine the
Township's fire concerns and set a priority setting worksheet to be able to deliver the most appropriate fire
inspection and public education programs as recognized by the risk assessment.
3. Smoke Alarm Program, Including Fire Escape Planning Program
The Oro-Medonte Fire and Rescue Services deliver smoke alarm and home escape planning education
awareness to the citizens of Oro-Medonte through the following methods:
r Fire suppression crews carry smoke alarms on firefighting apparatus and, when responding to
'no fire' emergency calls, distribute these alarms where needed, while educating the public on
fire safety to ensure compliance with the Ontario Fire Code.
- Existing smoke alarm and home escape planning activities are incorporated into public
functions such as fire department 'open houses', local municipal activities and fairs, public
education presentations to school children, annual Fire Prevention Week activities, and
through the use of a fire safety demonstration safety trailer.
4. Public Education Programs t Distribution of Public Fire Safety Education Materials
The Oro-Medonte Township Fire and Emergency Services deliver public fire safety education programs on a
seasonal basis to cover most fire hazards found in residential homes, recreational areas, and workplaces. To
support the deliver of its public fire safety education programs, the Oro-Medonte Fire and Emergency
Services distributes fire safety pamphlet information during staff fire safety presentations, through distribution
in tax notices, mall !fair displays, and annually during Fire Prevention Week activities.
Summary of Survey
The Oro-Medonte Fire and Rescue Services was surveyed as a responsible fire department that carries out
its public education and fire prevention inspections and activities and through the utilization of both its fulltime
and volunteer firefighting staff.
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• The fire chief attends committee of the whole and council meetings and updates
municipal council on the number and types of fires occurring in the municipality to be able
to recognize the changes in trends of those fire problems within the community.
• In 2007, the Oro-Medonte Fire and Emergency Services completed a simplified risk
assessment of the community's fire concerns using the Office of the Fire Marshal's
Municipal Public Fire Safety Guideline PFSG 04-40A-03 -'Simplified Risk Assessment".
MFPIS Summary - V.3 (Revised: 02/06/07t Page Z Oro-Medonte Township fire and Emergency Services
County of Simooe May 2~, 1007
Township of Oro-Medonte F.P.A. Peter Jobe
pffice of the Fire Marshal MUNICIPAL FIRE PROTECTION INFORMATION SURVEY
SUMMARY REPORT of Survey Findings and Identified Needs ~~
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Not Required
The Fire Protection Adviser provided advice and assistance throughout the Municipal Fire Protection
Information Survey process. The Oro-Medonte Fire and Rescue Services was supplied with answers to
questions concerning the Fire Protection and Prevention Act 1997, OFM Public Fire Safety Guidelines,
municipal by-laws, and Fire and Emergency Services policies and procedures.
The OFM Fire Protection Adviser will provide advice and assistance to the Township of Oro-Medonte and its
Fire and Emergency Services to ensure the municipality has the Office of the Fire Marshal's continued
support in delivering the most current fire prevention and public education programs available.
The following opportunities for improvement are provided to assisf the Municipality mitigate any
possible liability risks and assist the Municipality with any necessary legislative requirements when
carrying ouf its delivery of fire protection services:
^ Council may wish to consider passing a by-law to develop and maintain its existing long-range master
fire plan for the Township of Oro-Medonte. The current master fire plan should be updated and the
master fire planning process should be an ongoing municipal commitment.
o Municipal council may wish to consider updating 'existing' by-laws or incorporating new municipal by-
laws to cover the following items:
1. A by-taw appointing the Fire Chief by name rather than by position only.
2. A by-law appointing the Manager of Operations as the Deputy Fire Chief for the fire department.
3. A by-law appointing qualified fire department personnel as building inspectors (by name) for the purposes of
new construction (e.g. fire safety related matters)
4. A by-law to control open air burning
5. A by-law to control parking in fire routes
6. A by-law to control firebreaks during new subdivision construction
7. A by-law for the Installation and maintenance of carbon monoxide detectors in residential dwellings
^ The Oro-Medonte Fire and Rescue Services should incorporate aroutine /follow-up fire inspection
program complete with a departmental standard operating guideline which outlines the fire inspection
procedures and timeframes for conducting all assembly, residential, commercial, and industrial
properties, as required by the Ontario Fire Code.
MFPtS Summary - V.3 (Revised: 02/08(07) Page 3 Oro-Medonte Township Fire and Emergency Services
May 23, 2007
County of Simcoe F.P.A. Peter Jobe
Township of Oro-Medonte
rJffice of the Fire Marshal MUNiCIPA~ FIRE PROTECTION INFORMATION SURVEY
SUMMARY REPORT of Survey Findings and Identified Needs '~ ~ ~ l,~
^ The municipality may wish to consider separate budget line entries for both fire prevention and public
education activities as part of the Oro-Medonte Fire and Emergency Services annual operating budget.
^ The Oro-Medonte Fire & Emergency Services should investigate the need to carry out joint fire
inspections with other county-level agencies such as the Simcoe County Health Unit and the Children's
Aid Society in order to ensure that fire safety is maintained along with other agencies' legislative
requirements, standards, and guidelines.
o The endorsement, participation, and the financial support generated through both public and private
sector coalitions and partnerships are vital to the Fire and Emergency Services continued success in
sustaining viable fire and life safety education programs.
The Fire Protection Adviser provided information and advice throughout the process of conducting the
Municipal Fire Protection Information Survey. The Oro-Medonte Department was supplied with information,
including answers to questions concerning the Municipal Act, the Fire Protection and Prevention Act 1997,
municipal by-laws, and Fire and Emergency Services policies and procedures.
The Office of the Fire Marshal Fire Protection Adviser must continue to provide advice and assistance to the
Township of Oro-Medonte and its Fire and Emergency Services to ensure the municipality is providing the
best delivery of its fire protection services within its needs and circumstances.
Yes X No ^ 'Conditional
'Conditional Compliance -When the municipality states that activities relevant to the minimum
requirements of the FPPA are being conducted but is unable to furnish statistical or other documentation to
demonstrate the delivery of such inspections/services/programs. No certiiicafe of compliance can be
issued until the documentation is produced or evidence that a system has been implemented to track and
document these activities is made available.
Certificate of Compliance Recommended?
Yes X No
MFPtS Summary - v.3 (Revised: o2/0a/m) Page a Oro-Medonte Township Fire and Emergency Services
County of Simcoe May 23, 2007
Township of Oro-Medonte F.P.A. Peter Johe
.Office of the Fjre Marshal MUNICIPAL FIRE PROTECTION INFORMATION SURVEY
SUMMARY REPORT of Survey Findings and Identified Needs
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Teeter. Janette
From: will
Sent: Tuesday, May 22, 2007 1:45 PM l.f
To: Irwin, Doug '~~
Cc: Coutanche, Mel
Subject: Attn: Mayor and Council
Dear Sirs,
I am emailing you regarding the Road Allowance (known as Line 2 North), there are currently people panting along the
unopen roadway; along with heavy ATV and offroad vehicle traffic, would it be possible to pass a bylaw restricting
punting along this roadway? and if possible to restrict access to this road for all motorcycles/ATV (offroad) vehicles?
Sincerely
James Wonta
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Township of Oro-Medonte
Box 100, Oro Ontario
LOL 2X0
Subject: Proposed Pond and wayside pit
Part W'/s Lots 11 & 12, Concession 8,
Township of Oro-Medonte, County of Simcoe
Attention: Jennifer Zieleniewski, CAO
Jerry BaII, Public Works Superintendent
May 17, 2007
This will confirm our recent meeting at the Township office and on-site at
my home.
I have received approval to construct a pond, see attached photos, and
will be temporarily stocking piling extracted material in the northwestern part of
my property. Much of the materials extracted will be required to rehabilitate an
old pit near my home and in the construction of the pond. However I anticipate
several hundred thousand tonnes of material will have to be removed from my
property and disposed of elsewhere.
The Ministry of Natural Resources has informed me that any material
removed from the site will likely be considered as a pit operation and will require
their approval under the Aggregate Resources Act.
Although I do not necessarily agree with the MNR position I do not wish
the cause any problems with MNR or the aggregate industry in and around my
property.
I feel the best avenue to take would be to issue a wayside permit (s) to the
Township of Oro-Medonte permitting the removal of any aggregate from my
property and its use for Township road projects.
I propose, subject to the quality of aggregate available meeting Township
requirements, that I complete reports necessary to make application to MNR for
a wayside pit. This would reduce the time necessary to apply for a wayside
permit when required. This would be completed at no cost to the Township.
When an opportunity to use the aggregate arises the material would be sold to
the Township, at an agreed upon price, and a wayside applied for by the
Township using the already completed reports.
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I feel that this will afford the Township access to ever depleting aggregate
resources, prevent the wasting of our natural resources and help off set the cost
of my pond.
I propose, subject to the Township's interest in the aggregate, to complete
the removal of all materials necessary from my property over a 5 to 10 year
period.
I would be pleased to make a formal presentation to the Township at any
time.
If you have any questions please call.
Yours truly, `
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Gord and Sue Roeh
705-487-3576 home
705-734-8320 cell
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Oro-Medonte Township
County of Simcoe
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Wetland
Boundary
May 3, 2007
Tel: 905.895.1281
1.800.465.0437
Pax: 905.853.5881
&bfail: ittfo~lsrca.on.ca
Web: www.Lsrca.on.ca
120 Bayview Parkway
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Newmarket, Ontaflo
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Mr. Doug Irwin
Clerk
Township of Oro-Medonte
Box 100
Oro. ON LOL 2X0
Dear Mr. Irwin
MAY 2 2.7007
ORO-MEDONTE
Re: LSRCA's Proposed Policy Regarding Assimilative Capacity
The Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority's Board of Directors, at their meeting held on
Friday, April27th, 2007, dealtwith Staff Report No. 24-07-BOD regarding the Authority's proposed
policy for assimilative capacity and passed the following resolution.
Moved by: J. Taylor
Seconded by: R. Grossi
BOD-46-07 RESOLVED THAT Staff Report No 24-07-BOD regarding the Lake
Simcoe Conservation Authority's Policy for Assimilative Capacity be
approved and circulated to municipalities, provincial agencies and
stakeholders for information.
CARRIED
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Comments should only be provided on developments within approved settlement
areas. Exceptions to this include the Keswick Business Park which was
submitted for review priorto the ACS and the Big Bay Point Resort Development
where a Memorandum of Settlement is being ratified through the Ontario Municipal
Board.
The Authority's Board of Directors further approved the five recommendations included in Staff
Report No. 24-07-BOD which are as follows:
2. Developments submitted for review outside of approved settlement areas should
be considered premature until conformity with the Greater Golden Horseshoe
Growth Plan and the Places to Grow Act has been demonstrated.
3. New developments within approved settlement areas must assess the impact of
the development in relation to the sub watershed TMML target and implement
BMP's priorto development.
Watershed
In addition to these policies, the following actions are recommended:
4. The Conservation Authority should take the lead in developing funding models and
options for the initiation of best management projects. A Staff Report outlining a
~`~~ conceptual framework will be submitted to the Board at their June 2007 meeting
for consideration.
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5. The Conservation Authority should continue to promote the need for a watershed
growth management framework as weEl as improved monitoring, enforcement and
reporting mechanisms.
Attached for your reference is a copy of Staff Report No. 24-07-BOD. If you have any questions,
please contact the undersigned.
Yours truly,
Attach.
c: M. Walters, Director, Watershed Management, LSRCA
R. Baldwin, Manager, Watershed Science, LSRCA
Chief Administrative Officer
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NACC
V(a) BOD-04-07
TO Board of Directors
FROM : D. Gayle Wood, CMM III
Chief Administrative Officer
DATE April 14, 2007
SUBJECT: Proposed LSRCA Paiicy Regarding
Assimilative Capacity
RECOMMENDATION: THAT Staff Report No 24-07-BOD regarding the
Lake Simcoe Conservation Authority's Policy for
Assimilative Capacity beapproved and circulated to
municipalities, provincial agencies and stakeholders
for information.
Purpose of Staff Report:
The purpose of this Staff Report is to request the Board of Directors to consider a policy
regarding assimilative capacity for the Lake Simcoe watershed.
Background:
l:^, 2005, the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority (LSRCA) was requested by the
Province of Ontario to lead the development of Assimi lative Capacity Studies (ACS) for both
the Lake Simcoe and Nottawasaga River watersheds. The $1.5 million study was funded
100°lo through the Ministry of the Environment(MOE) and was endorsed by MOE.
The studies were commissioned in light of the growth within both of the watersheds.
Assimilative Capacity is the amount of pollution that a stream or lake can receive without
suffering impairment of water quality. The studies were completed in order to establish
targets so that future changes to the landscape do not significantly impact the health of our
rivers and lakes. These studies represent a key step towards sustainable growth.
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File No. NACC
Agenda Item No. V(a) BOD-04-07
The Studies were completed in early 2006 and the recommendations were forwarded to
Minister Caplan, Ministry, Public Infrastructure Renewal and Minister Gerretsen, Ministry,
Municipal Affairs and Housing.
Generally, within the Lake Simcoe watershed the studies concluded that:
Phosphorus loading to Lake Simcoe can achieve or better the lake target of 75 metric
tonnes, while accommodating additional growth within approved settlement areas, only
if all Best Management Practices (BMP's}are implemented at an approximate cost
of $163 million.
Additional monitoring needs to be conducted to further refine the modelling tools and
monitor phosphorus loading to Lake Simcoe as growth occurs to ensure that Total
Maximum Monthly Loads (TMML's) are being met.
3. AnimplementationframeworkneedstobedevelopedtoensurethatTMMLtargetsare
achieved. monitored and maintained into the future.
At the March meeting of the Authority's Board of Directors it was requested that a presentation
on this matter be developedfortheAprilmeeting. ApresentationregardingtheASCstudies
is attached to this Staff Report and will be presented to the Board of Directors at their April
27, 2007 meeting.
Issues:
Developments continue to occurwithin approved settlement areas and there are proposals
outsideoftheseareasintheabsenceofabasinwidegrowthmanagementframework. Staff
are concerned about the potential impact that this will have on Lake Simcoe.
This concern has been raised through presentations to several provincial ministries, the
Mayors of Simcoe County and the Conservation Authority.
In the absence of a formal framework, staff believe thatthe Lake Simcoe Region Conservation
Authority should approve policies to be incorporated into their Watershed Development
Policies to address this issue. Staff recommend that policies should include:
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Staff Report No. 24-07-BOD
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File No. NACC
Agenda item No. V(a) BOD-04-07
Comments should only be provided on developments within approved settlement
areas. Exceptions to thisincludetheKeswickBusinessParkwhichwassubmittedfor
review prior to the ACS and the Big Bay Point Resort Development where a
Memorandum of Settlement is being ratified through the Ontario Municipal Board.
Developments submitted for review outside of approved settlement areas should be
considered premature until conformity with the Greater Golden Horseshoe Growth Plan
and the Places to Grow Act has been demonstrated.
New deg eiopments within approved settlement areas must assess the impact of the
development in relation to the sub watershed TMML target and implement BMP's prior
to development.
In addition to these policies, the following actions are recommended:
The Conservation Authority should take the lead in developing funding models and
options for the initiation of best management projects. A Staff Report outlining a
conceptual framework will be submitted to the Board at their June 2007 meeting for
consideration.
The Conservation Authority should continue to promote the need for a watershed
growth management framework as well as improved monitoring, enforcement and
reporting mechanisms.
Impact on Authority Policy:
Should the above policies be approved by the Board, the Authority's Watershed Development
Policies would be modified to incorporate the new policies.
The proposed policies are compatible with the Authority's mission and mandate.
Impact on Authority Finances:
Support ofthe policies would result in additional staff workload to model new developments
within approved settlement areas.
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Summary & Recommendations:
24-07-BOD
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V(a) BOD-04-OT
THAT Staff Report No 24-07-BOD regarding the Lake Simcoe Conservation Authority's
Policy for Assimilative Capacity be approved and circulated to municipalities, provincial
agencies and stakeholders for information.
Recommended by:
D. Gayle Wbod, cMnh m
Chief Administrative Officerl
Secretary-Treasurer
Attachment(s):
1. Assimilative Capacity Studies Presentation
S:\GeorginaC\BOD Agenda Items\24_07_BOD_ACS update xPd
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='`) Assimilative Capacity Studies
Results and Recommendations
of the Steering Committee
and
Further Recommendations of the
Coraser~~ation ~~utharities
Presentation to LSRCA Board of Directors
Apri127, 2007
~' Assimilative Capacity Studies
Presentation (averview
• Introduction
• ACS Conclusions and
Recommendations
• Next steps towards Implementation
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What is Assimilative Capacity?
"The amount of pollution that a st~~•eam or lake can
receive without suffering impairment of water
quality"
VVhy Study Assimilative Capacity?
To establish targets so that future changes to the
landscape do not significantly impact on the
health of our rivers and lakes,
(Represents a step towards Sustainable Growth./)
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Water Quality Problem Identification:
• Main parameter of concern in both watersheds is
Phosphorus,
Other parameters of concern include:
Suspended Solids
Total Nitrogen,
• A number of Metals and Bacteria also
occasionally exceeded the Provincial Water Quality
Objectives but were not deemed to significantly
impact the aquatic ecosystem.
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Current
Conditions: ,,
• Phosphorus and sediment '
loads in the Nottawassaga `. ,
River and Lake Simcoe ~- '
are significant - ofren ~° "
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exceeding PWQO's,
Phcsphorusloadings in ',X
Lake Simcoe represent a ~'~ ~
combination of urban and , ~ v~
rural sources a~ , '~e ~
N rma~ize01 adm0 0l Phoapa ous In{M Laae SNncoe Basin
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Growth Scenario Assessment:
• Based on approved y,~, .~
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settlement areas _e9a~,a:~
identified in ~ ~.;-,~ ~: ~ ~ ..
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are constructed with - '° ~ ~ !
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The Scenario
Results:
• The increase in the
total phosphorus
load to Lake Simcoe '~'
is significant with
many subwatersheds
depicting large
increases.
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Water Quality Target Development:
• In the Lake Simcoe watershed the lake is significantly
affected by the change in phosphorus loading therefore
targets are based on both Lake and River capacity,
• Water quality targets in both the Lake Simcoe and
Nottawasaga watersheds were developed utilizing
utilizing the Provincial Water Quality Objectives
(PWQO) and biological indicators.
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Implications: Are the Targets Achievable?
In the Lake Simcoe Basin TMML's are based on a total
annual phosphorus load of 39 tonnes per year. Combined
with atmospheric loads and safety margin = 75 tonnes
• Existing Conditions No
• Existing Conditions + BMP's Yes
• Future Conditions without BMP's No
• Future conditions + Blv1i''s Yes
The Lake Simcoe watershed does have capacity for
additional growth but only if all BMP's to control
existing sources of phosphorus are implemented.
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Recommendations:
Lake Simcoe Watershed
• Lake Simcoe can achieve the Lake Target while
accommodating additional grovt4h but only if all Best
Management Practices are implemented at an approximate
cost of $163 million.
• Additional monitoring needs to be conducted to further
refine the modeling tools and measure the actual impacts
associated with growth relative to the TMML's.
• An implementation framework needs to be developed to
ensure that TMML targets are achieved and maintained into
the future.
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LSRCA Position on IGAP:
Resolved that Staff Report No. 45-06-BOD regarding IGAP be endorsed;
and
Further that the LSRCA BOD and staff take a very strong position against
the options recommended, as they are in direct opposition to the goals and
objectives of the LSRCA ACS phosphorus targets; and
That the BOD strongly support an option that would respect and match the
targets established under the ACS; and
That the LSRCA requests a seat at the table of IGAP and receive all
relevant documentation and meeting notifications; and
That IGAP accept the objectives as established over the past I6 years with
the LSEMS project and take the appropriate steps to ensure that all four of
the LSEMS primary objectives can be met; and
That copies of this resolution be sent to the Minister of MAH and all MP's,
MPP's, Foundation, and stakeholders within the Lake Simcoe watershed
Assimilative Capacity Studies
Next Steps: Developing a Policy
Framework
• A Growth Management Policy Framework must be
approved immediately,
• A plan to implement the Assimilative Capacity
Process needs to be developed and initiated,
• Conservation Authorities should take the lead in
developing funding models and options for the
initiation of best management projects.
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Draft Implementation Framework:
• All future settlement areas need to be identified,
• The CANWET model will be used to develop nutrient
budgets to determine if the resulting phosphorus
loadings exceed the Phosphorus target (TMML),
• Run the CANWET and PREDICT model to identify
remedial measures and control options available for
phosphorus and sediment reductions,
• Identify individual sources of phosphorus and initiate
remedial measures to address these inputs to maintain
TMML targets.
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Monitoring Framework:
• Expand the monthly monitoring program for each
tributary to support surveillance of the TMML program
(would require capital and operational funding),
• Develop a transparent monitoring reporting system
annually to the province, municipalities and
stakeholders.
• Immediately report occurrences when TMML targets
are exceeded so efforts to further reduce phosphorus
sources can be initiated.
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Enforcement Framework:
• Develop enforcement regulations for
implementation at the Provincial, Municipal,
and Conservation Authority level,
• Develop and annual reporting mechanism to
theProvince, Ma~nicipalities, and
stakeholders.
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Questions
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phone 705.487.0999
fax 705.487.1411
224 Line 7 North, RR#2
Oro Station, Ontario LOL 2E0
CANADA
May 23, 2007
Mayor, Council and CAO ~~ m "'
Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte
148 Line 7 South, Box 100
Oro, Ontario MAY Z 5 2001
LOL 2X0 ORO-MEDONTE
RE: Lake Simcoe Regionai Airport TOWNSHIP
Dear Mayor, Members of Council and CAO
During the May 17, 2007 Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Commission meeting, the process associated with the
building permit applications and associated delays with the Weatherwise Aviation developments at the airport
were discussed at great lengths. Notwithstanding the contentious debate throughout the past several years
regarding the requirement for an on-site fire water supply and distribution system, the following motion was
tabled and ratified.
MOTION: Moved by J. Lehman, seconded by P. Spears
2007-AC-22 "THAT, the Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Commission request a meeting between
members of the Executive of LSRA Commission (and any other Commission members
available/interested) and the Township of Oro-Medonte Executive branch and staff
(inclusive of the CAO, Chief Building Inspector, the Fire Chief, Director of Planning) at the
earliest opportunity to establish a protocol for any future development of the airport; and
to convey the Commission's concerns of the current process and the associated delays."
Carried.
As the Commission does regard this issue as a priority item for review, it would be greatly appreciated if a
meeting date could be arranged in short succession of this request.
Please contact the undersigned at 487-0999 or via a/mail to mdrumm o~lakesimcoeairport.com to advise which
date(s) will be suitable.
Airport
Airport Manager
cc Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Commission
www.lakesimcoeairport.com
The Corporation of the
County of
a. "', Simcoe
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Beeton Area{901)729-2294
CLERK'S OFFICE
Telephone Extension 1246
Administration Centre
1 I10 Highway 26
Midhurst, Onta~ io LOL 1X0
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May 30, 2007
Clerks of County of Simcoe
Member Municipalities
Dear Clerk:
Re' Community Access Program -Request for Support
Please be advised that at its meeting on April 24, 2007, Simcoe County Council
adopted the following recommendation of the Performance Management Commitl:~e:
THAT the County of Simcoe prepare a background paper regarding the use and benefit
of the Community Access Program funding and petition the Federal Government to
reinstitute this funding;
AND THAT a copy of this resolution be circulated to the municipalities within the County
of Simcoe for support.
A copy of the background paper is attached. It would be appreciated if you would place
this matter before your Council and advise the undersigned of its disposition. Shculd
you have any questions please contact Ms. Gayle Hall, Chief Librarian.
Thank you for your consideration of this matter.
Yours truly,
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County Clerk
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(705) X26-9300 Fax:(70~) X26-3991
c. c. J. Sinclair, General Manager of Health and Cultural Services
G. Hall, Chief Librarian
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Community Access Program
BACKGROUND:
The Community Access Program (CAP), funded by Industry Canada, has been in existence
since 1995. The aim of the program is to provide Canadians in rural and remote communities
with affordable public access to the Internet and to teach the skills they need to use ii:
effectively. Community Access sites are located in public locations like libraries and
community centres and help Canadians, to take advantage of opportunities in the global
knowledge-based economy. It provides access to those people who might not have
computers or Internet access in their homes or workplaces. The program plays an important
role in bridging the digital divide; providing electronic access to government services;
encouraging on-line learning and literacy; and fostering the development of community based
infrastructure. The County of Simcoe Library Co-operative and most of its member libraries
have participated in the program since 1996.
The Community Access Program provides ongoing funding for computer hardware,
software, telecommunications and staffing. Libraries in the County have been able t<:
use the funding to invest in new technology, add additional computers, offer training
programs and ensure that all County residents have free access to the Internet and
other electronic resources. Without the funding, the level of this service will undoubte fly
deteriorate.
The announcement by the federal government that the Community Access Program is
being eliminated is unwelcome news for all participants. Many CAP sites will not be <,ble
to afford to maintain their existing public Internet sites, replace aging computers, or c ~fer
training to their patrons. Many residents of the County, who use the CAP sites on a
regular basis, will be seriously disadvantaged. These people are often the working p,:~or
and those on fixed incomes who cannot afford to buy personal computers or pay for
Internet service at home. The rationale that was used for developing the program is ::till
relevant today and the need for the continued funding of the program is just as great as
it was twelve years ago.
City of
KAw,
Catch the Kawartha spine
The Corporation of the
City of Kawartha Lakes
P.O. Box 9000, 2ti Francis St.,
Lindsay, Ontario K9V SR8
Tel: (705) 324-9411 ext 266, 1 888-822-2225
Fax: (705) 324-8110
srichardsonC~city.kawarthalakes.on.ca
Sandra Richardson, Deputy Clerk
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Association of Municipalities of Ontario
200 University Avenue, Suite 801
Toronto ON M5H 3C6
Gentlemen:
Re: Canada Goose Problem
At a recent Council meeting of the City of Kawartha Lakes, the following resolution was adopted:
THAT the Provincial Government be requested to formulate aprovince-wide integrated goose
management plan of action and any necessary funding to address the growing concern that
municipalities wifh public waterfront green spaces and beaches have with respect to Canada Geese
using such spaces and thereby impacting on the water quality and recreational use of these public
spaces;
THAT a copy of this resolufion be forwarded To AMO and other municipalities in Ontario to seek
support; and
THAT a copy oifhis resolution be also forwarded to Natural Resources Canada, Wildlife Canada, the
Canadian Food Inspection Agency, fhe Ministry of Environment, the Ministry ofHealfh and tong-
Term Care, the Ministry of Community and Social Services, the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and
Housing and the Halfburton Kawartha Pineridge Health Unit, as well as MP Barry Devolin and MPP
taurie Scott.
We would ask that air municipalities be informed and that the Provincial Ministries formulate the requested plan.
If you have any questions regarding this matter please contact Kevin W illiams, Director of Community Services at 1-
888-882-2225, ext. 307, or Cmig Shanks, Manager of Parks, Recreation and Culture at ext. 304
You,Qrs~trulyJj, Q ,, ~~~,~¢
Sandra Richardson, CMO
Deputy Clerk
c.c. Natural Resources Canada
Wildlife Canada
Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Ministry of Environment
Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care
Ministry of Community and Social Services
Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
Haliburton Kawartha Pineridge Health Unit
Bany Devolin, MP
Laurie Scott, MPP
Jane Lunn, CAO
Kevin Williams, Director of Community Services
Craig Shanks, Manager, Parks, Recreation and Culture
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31St May 2007 ®PoO~rit~~t~~,~~
To The Mayor and Members of Council w~SH1F~
Dear Sirs/Madams,
I am writing on behalf of the Simcoe County Elder Abuse Prevention committee
to request your consideration in proclaiming June 15th 2007, "World Elder
Abuse Awareness Day". This day is the second of its kind, wherein the hope is
that all across the world people will recognize the existence of this tragedy, and
become active in combating abuse of our valued members of society.
Our seniors deserve to live with respect and dignity and it is our intention as a
committee to educate others about the potential for, and the signs of, abuse, as
well as assist those in need to find appropriate supports. We are affiliated with
the Ontario Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (ONPEA), a ministry led
initiative to address the issues of elder abuse, though our committee has been in
existence since 1996.
We would appreciate it if you would consider making this day a day of
awareness, and encouraging your community to commit to building and
maintaining safe environments for our seniors.
Should you have any further questions or concerns please do not hesitate to
contact me.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Inga Thompson
Chair of the Simcoe County Elder Abuse Committee
Occupational Therapist
Royal Victoria Hospital,
Barrie, Ont. L4M 6M2
Tel: (705) 728-9090 X 47271
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Nu hes, Harr
from:
Sent: Monday, May 14, 2007 12:20 PM
To: Hughes, Harry
Subject: RaceTrack Noice - HW11
dear Mayor and Council,
1. Over the last two weekends the noice level coming from the race track off HW11 to my
house at Ridge Road West has been extensive (I can sometimes hear it through closed
windows atra doors} .
2. Z can also hear this noice level on these weekends past 11:30pm (especially on Saturday
Night).
Both issues above are of concern as I car, no longer enjoy the peace, quiet and natural
beauty of Oro-Medonte which is one of the reasons I live here.
I ask the Mayor and Council to take appropriate action as soon as possible.
I also ask that the Mayor and Council keep my contact information and complaint
confidential.
Cheers,
~Zi dge Road West
Oro-Station, Ontario
LOL 2E0
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----- Original Message -----
From: Blair-rita
To: harn~huohes@oro-medonte.ca
Sent: Saturday, June 02, 2007 7:48 AM
Subject: Speed Reduction Request
Hello,
I am sending you this a-mail on behalf of the Carthew Bay Ratepayers Association to discuss with council that the
speed limit at Lakeshore Rd. along Carthew Bay be reduced from 50 km. to 40 km.
The three-way stop signs at the 14th line and Lakeshore Rd. intersection are largely not respected. There is a
tendency from drivers to speed from the Carthew Bay Store to Eight Mile Point Rd. Visible police patrols are
minimal and should be increased. Since this is a recreational area it attracts swimmers, boaters, bikers and
walkers. There have been numerous near-misses.
Council's consideration of this request would be greatly appreciated
Thank you.
Rita Kovacs
6!4!2007
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South Georgian Ba
Lake Simcoe
Watershed Region
May 4, 2007
INVITATION
To a Source Water Protection Workshop
For Municipalities within the
South Georgian Bay-Lake Simcoe Source Protection
Thursday, June 7, 2007
10:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m.
MOTIONS ~ 3
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MEETING: COUNCiL^
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You are invited to a workshop on source water protection and the formation of a Source
Protection Committee within the South Georgian Bay-Lake Simcoe Watershed Region.
Who: Municipal Planning and Engineering Staff and Councillors within the South
Georgian Bay-Lake Simcoe Source Protection Region (map attached)
What: A source water protection workshop to provide an update on the status of the
Clean Water Act and an introduction to the proposed Source Protection
Committee formation process
When: Thursday, June 7, 2007
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
""Lunch will be provided'"'
Where: Highwayman Inn, Orillia (map on page 2)
Why: To present an update on source water protection in this watershed region and to
solicit input and feedback from the municipal community regarding municipal
representation on the South Georgian Bay-Lake Simcoe Region Source
Protection Committee
In order to accommodate all who would like to attend, it would be greatly appreciated if
you would RSVP to Mary Abouatallah at m.abouatallahna lsrca.on.ca, no later than Friday,
June 1, 2007.
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Working together to protoet our water
•Biack-Severn Watershed •Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority
• Nottawasaga Valtey Conservation Authority 1 Severn Sound Environmental Association
www.ourwatershed.ca
~- Generously supported by Conservation Ontario & the Province of Ontario
The Highwayman Inn,
201 Woodside Drive , Orillia, ON 705.326.7343.
Meeting location to be advertised in the Lobby
Take the Coldwater Road West exit from Highway 11. Take Westmount Drive North, go
0.2 km, turn right at Woodside Drive, go 0.1 km. The Highwayman Inn is tucked in the
valley behind the Tim Horton's.
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Should you have any questions regarding the session please feel free to contact Tari Stork,
Communications Specialist at t.stork(a lsrca.on.ca or 905.895.1281, ext. 320, or Don Goodyear,
Project Manager, Source Water Protection at d.ooodyear(~Isrca.on.ca or 905.895.1281, ext.
246.
Warkfng together to groteBt ear water
•Black-Severn Watershed •Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority
• Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority ~ Severn Sound Environmental Association
www.ourwatershed.ca
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South Georgian Bay-lake Simcoe Source Protection Region
Working together to protect our orator
• Black•Severn Watershed •~ake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority
• Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority ~ Severn Sound Environmental Association
www.ourwatershed.ca
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May 30, 2007
Honourable Donna Cansfield,
Minster of Transportation
3rd Floor, Ferguson Block
77 Wellesley Street West
Toronto, Ontario
M7A 1Z8
Dear Ms. Cansfield,
I am writing on behalf of various business entities in the Township of Oro-Medonte who will be
directly affected by the MTO contract 2007-2030 Hwy 400 Northbound Lane /Canadian Pacific
Railway Overpass Structure Widening. Specifically, these entities include:
• Horseshoe Valley Resort
• Settlers' Ghost Golf Club
• Carriage Hills Hospitality Inc.
• Carriage Hills Vacation Owners Association
• Carriage Ridge Owners Association
• Carriage Hills Resort Corporation
Collectively these businesses represent four tax-paying business entities, more than 1,200
employees, 13,000 residential tax payers and annual revenues in excess of 40 million dollars plus
several hundred thousand visitors who also patronize other area establishments.
We believed that previous contact and correspondence with various representatives of the Ministry
of Transportation and contractors beginning in December of 2006, satisfied our mutual needs and
mitigated an ongoing profound negative impact to the region. quite simply, it was stated by
Ministry representatives that the ensuing contracts would only close Exit Ramp #117 for 1 or 2 days.
However, correspondence we received on April 24t", 2007 indicates that a new contract will result in
ramp closure of 10 weeks beginning in August 2007.
This is a complete departure from all correspondence and indications provided by the Ministry to
date. Therefore, we respectfully request a meeting with you to address our concerns. Due to the
timelines noted, this meeting must be held within the next two weeks in order to accommodate
current planning.
We await your reply.
Respectfully,
Rowley Ramey
President & General Manager
Township of Oro-Medonte
Conservation Authority Regulated Areas `
Legend
- Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority
00.51 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority Kilometers
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TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE
REPORT
Dept. Report No. To: Prepared By:
ADM 2007-012 Committee of the Whole Doug Irwin, Clerk
Subject: Department:
Council Draft By-law to Amend the Administration
Fees and Charges By-law
C. of W. Date:
Ma 30, 2007
Motion # R.M. File #:
Date: Roll #:
ROUND:
The Municipal Act, 2001, provides authority for municipalities to pass by-laws imposing fees or
charges for services rendered and use of property under the municipality's control.
On May 4, 2005, Council enacted By-law 2005-043, being a consolidated Fees and Charges By-law.
On April 25, 2007, Council received and adopted Report No. RC2007-06 regarding Non-Resident
User Fees at Bayview Memorial Park. The resolution that Council adopted in regard to the
aforementioned report stated "That Staff be authorized to proceed with the imposition of Non-resident
user fee per vehicle at the Bayview Memorial Park commencing June 30, 2007".
YSIS:
It is recommended that the Clerk bring forward the attached Draft By-law, to amend By-law No. 2005-
043, Fees and Charges By-law, to establish aNon-resident User Parking Fee at Bayview Memorial
Park for the period of Victoria Day weekend to Labour Day weekend, to be in force on Saturdays,
Sundays, Victoria Day, Canada Day, Civic Holiday and Labour Day or any other day designated in
lieu of a statutory holiday, in each year.
It is recommended that the Draft By-law to Amend the Fees and Charges By-law be brought forward
to a public meeting on June 13, 2007.
The proposed by-law will come into force and effect on June 29, 2007.
C,°
RECOMMENDATIO
1. THAT Report No. ADM 2007-012 be received and adopted.
2. THAT the Draft By-law to Amend the Fees and Charges By-law be brought forward to a public
meeting on June 13, 2007.
Respectfully submitted,
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C.A.O. Comments: Date:
C.A.O. Dept. Head
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~,~C~RPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE
BY-lAW NO. 2007-068
A By-law to Amend ey-law No. 2005-043, being a by-law to provide for the
imposition of fees or charges
WHEREAS Part XII, Section 391 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, as
amended, authorizes a municipality to impose fees or charges on persons, for services
or activities provided or done by or on behalf of it; for costs payable by it for services or
activities provided or done by or on behalf of any other municipality or local board; and
for the use of its property including property under its control;
AND WHEREAS Council of the Township of Oro-Medonte did, on the 4'" day of May
2005, enact By-law No. 2005-043 to provide for the imposition of fees or charges;
AND WHEREAS Council of the Township of Oro-Medonte did, on the 25'" day of April,
2007 resolve to impose aNon-resident user fee per vehicle at the Bayview Memorial
Park commencing June 30, 2007;
NOW THEREFORE the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte
hereby enacts as follows:
1. That Schedule "D" - "Parks and Recreation' of By-law No. 2005-043 be amended to
include the following:
"DEFINITION
"Non-resident" shall mean an individual who does not either reside or renVown
property within the boundaries of the Township of Oro-Medonte."
2. That Section 6 of Schedule "D" - "Parks and Recreation" of By-law No. 2005-043 be
amended to include the following:
"Bayview Memorial Park
Non-resident Parking Fee $20.00/per day/per vehicle
'Note: This fee shall be shall be in force on Saturdays, Sundays, Victoria Day,
Canada Day, Civic Holiday and Labour Day or any other day recognized in lieu of a
statutory holiday, for the period commencing Victoria Day weekend to Labour Day
weekend inclusive, in each year."
3. That this By-law shall come into force and take effect on the 29`" day of June 2007.
Read a first and second time this day of ,~~ ~~
Read a third time and finally passed this d~of ' 2007.
THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE
Mayor, H.S. Hughes
Clerk, J. Douglas Irwin
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TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE
REPORT
Dept. Report No. To: COMMITTEE OF THE Prepared By:
WHOLE
PW2007-05 Jerry Ball
Subject: Department:
Council
Temporary Road Closure - Public Works
C. of W. Parkside Drive Date:
Ma 29, 2007
Motion # R.M. File #:
M04-26485 v-002
Date: RoII #:
BACKGROUND:
Under By-law No. 2006-038, a By-law regulating the holding of parades(events in the municipality,
Section 8 permits that in a situation where a parade(event will last less than twenty-four (24) hours,
Council may dispense with any or all of the requirements of the By-law.
Ms. Elizabeth Power of 65 Parkside Drive has requested permission to temporarily close Parkside
Drive on August 25, 2007 between 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to host a neighbourhood corn roast, with
a rain date scheduled for September 8, 2007, again between 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
YSIS:
Upon reviewing this request, staff have no concerns with the temporary closing, provided Ms. Power
provides the municipality with proof of insurance indemnifying the Township of Oro-Medonte against
damage to public and private property and public liability. Ms. Power must also provide
documentation to the Township that all emergency personnel have been notified of the proposed
road closing date and time and ensure that emergency vehicles can access Parkside Drive at any
time during the event, if needed.
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1. THAT Report No. PW2007-05 be received and adopted.
2. THAT Parkside Drive from the Line 9 boat ramp parking lot to Lakeshore Road be closed on
August 25, 2007 between 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., with a rain date scheduled for September 8,
2007, again between 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
3. THAT an exemption to By-law No. 2006-38 be granted to Ms. Elizabeth Power upon receipt of
proof of insurance and notification to all emergency personnel.
4. AND THAT Ms. Power be notified Council's decision accordingly.
Respectfully submitted,
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REPORT
Dept. Report No. To: COMMITTEE OF THE Prepared By:
WHOLE
EES2007-24 Keith Mathieson
Subject: Department:
Council
Township of Oro-Medonte Engineering and
Septage Treatment Options Environmental Services
C. of W. Date:
Ma 30, 2007
Motion # R.M. File #:
E03-25330
Date: Roll #:
During the 2006 budget deliberations, Council approved the commissioning of TSH Associates to
explore septage treatment options and to provide for along-term strategy for the disposal of
Township-generated septage, which would include capital and operating costs.
At#ached for Council's perusal is a copy of Report #EES2005-45, as well as a report da#ed May, 2007
entitled "Septage Treatment Options", prepared by Mr. Colin Kent, P.Eng. of TSH Associates.
YSIS:
Mr. Kent's report has identified four options available to the Township of Oro-Medonte, other than the
present situation of relying on neighbouring municipalities to continue to accept our septage. These
options are outlined in Section 4.0, Options Avai/able to Oro-Medonte Township, and Section 6.0,
Conclusions.
Section 5.0, Approvals, of the report suggests what the next steps the Township should be
considering. Mr. Kent is recommending that the Township carry out a Class Environmen#al
Assessment, beginning in 2007 and being completed in 2x08.
The Class EA would Zook at the available options in
and financial impacts and would contain information
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needed by the Minister to issue approvals in the
By starting a Class Environmental Assessment now (2007), the Township will be in a much better
position when the Ministry issues its proposed strategy to ban the land application of untreated
septage and require municipalities to prepare a strategy on how they will manage untreated septage
produced within their area.
The Class EA would cost $100,000.00 to carry out and take up to two years to complete.
THAT Report No. EES2007-24 be received and adopted.
THAT the Township of Oro-Medonte commissions Totten Sims Hubicki Associates to complete a
Class Environmental Assessment for septage treatment options for the Township starting in 2007.
AND THAT the Class Environmental Assessment be funded by $25,000.00 from the Township
Working Fund Reserve in 2007and $75,000.00 from the Township operating budget in 2008.
Respect Ily ubmitted,
Keith a ieson
Director of Engineering and
Environmental Services
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Dept. Report No. To: COMMITTEE OF THE Prepared t3y:
WHOLE
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Subject: Department:
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Ontario Strategic
Engineering and
Infrastructure Financing Environmental Services
Authority (OSIFA) -Low-Cost Date:
G. of W. ~_. ~ and Longer Term Loans for December 6, 2005
2 3 Infrastructure Projects until R.M. File #:
Motion # February, 2006 E03-25330
Date: fir- ~4(U5 Roll #:
OSIFA is aprovincially-driven incentive to provide an innovative financial vehicle to make funding
available to Ontario municipalities to renew and rebuild public infrastructure.
OSIFA currently prioritizes a number of municipal infrastructure projects for funding, one of which is
municipal sewage.
ANALYSIS:
Attached for Council's perusal is an insert from the "Environmental Commissioner's Report 2004-
2005"prepared by Mr. Gord Miller, Environmental Commissioner of Ontario. From his review of the
"Land Application of Septage", Mr. Miller is urging the M.O.E. to accelerate action to finalize the
regulatory framework for septage, pars of which would require municipalities to prepare a strategy on
how they will manage untreated septage produced within their area. As part of his report, Mr. Miiier
has noted the new Provincial Policy Statement (PPS), which came into effect on March 3, 2005,
stating new development on septic systems must plan for adequate septage treatment capacity prior
to approval.
With the proposed new regulations coming and with the existing PPS, the Township should start
reviewing septage treatment options that are available to the Township within its own boundaries and
adjoining municipalities, as well as possible funding available through OSIFA.
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Totten Sims Hubicki Associates has provided a cost estimate proposal of $10,500.00, plus G.S.T., to
explore septage treatment options and to provide for along-term strategy for the disposal of
Township-generated septage, which would include capital and operating costs.
In the past year, i have had informal conversations with both the City of Barrie and City of Orillia with
respect to their capacity to accept Township septage.
The City of Orillia is presently preparing a report to determine what capacity may be available for
septage from surrounding municipalities.
The City of Barrie currently does not service any land outside of their boundaries. A formal propasaf
will need to be prepared by our municipality, with Council's endorsement, and presented to City of
Barrie staff and Council so that servicing of Oro-Medonte lands can be addressed.
RECOMMENDA
1. THAT Report No. EE52005-45 be received and adopted.
2. THAT Totten Sims Hubicki Associates be commissioned to provide a proposal of options for
treatment of Township septage at a cost of $10,500.00, plus G.S.T.
3. THAT the funds for the report from TSH be committed in the 2006 Budget.
4. AND THAT the City of Barrie and the City of Orillia be asked to consider acceptance of Township
septage in their present capacities of their sewage treatment plants.
R speptfully submitted,
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review that raised concerns about the approved practice of
spreading untreated human wastes from septic tanks and
portable toilets onto farmlands. These wastes are called
septage, and because of high levels of pathogens, nutrients,
disintedan#s and trace levels of other contaminants, they are a
risk to ground and surface waters. Ontario residents generate an estimated L2 million
cubic me#res of septage a year, most of which is applied to #armland without treatment.
The applicants saw the need for a consistent policy and enforceable regulations, and
requested a moratorium on the practice until its safety for public health and the
environment had been studied. The Ministry of the Environment denied this application,
stating that the ministry was already carrying out an internal review of the province's
septage spreading program. In late 2000, MOE introduced a moratorium on the land
application of septage on frozen or snow-covered ground. Then in lure 2001, MOE
proposed afive-year phase-out of the land application of untreated septage, as part
of a broader announcement on the Nutrient Management Act.
In November 2002, the ECO received a second application fior review, focused on the
management of septage waste. The applicants requested a regulation that would
clearly set out responsibilities at all stages of the septage disposal process, starting
from the emptying of the septic tank to the establishment, operation and management
of septage treatment or disposal facilities. Given that MOE was planning to phase out
the land application of untreated septage, the applicants were worried about the lack
of alternative disposal options. In the absence of a dear legal framework for municipal
involvement, the applicants doubted that non-legislated solutions (such as private-public
partnerships) would work, and feared that neither municipalities nor the private sector
of greenhouse gas emission reductions when achieved. (For ministry comments, see page779J
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would risk investing in new septage treatment facilities. MOE also denied this review,
pointing to its new proposal to phase out land application of untreated septage.
In December 2002, MOE posted a proposal for a regulation to address septage on the
Registry, featuring a commitment to ban the land application of untreated septage
by 2007. However, most aspects of this measure remain at the proposal stage as of
April 2005. The only finalized component is a ban on the land application of untreated
portable toilet waste, which took effect in October 2003. (For a description of this
measure, see the 2003/2004 Supplement, page 131.)
Components that have not yet been finalized include:
• a five-year phase out of the issuing of certificates of approval for the land application
of untreated septage.
• extension of the winter spreading restrictions and land application standards
included in the proposed Stage 2 Regulatory requirements under the Nutrient
Management Act.
• a requirement that municipalities prepare a strategy on how they will manage
untreated septage produced within their area.
In early 2005, the ECO requested an update on MOE's proposed strategy for septage.
MOE reconfirmed in March 2005 that "the ministry is committed to end the,land
application of untreated septage." But it appears the phase-out deadline of 2007 has
been set aside. The ministry described its ongoing work, including extensive consultation
with stakeholders such as municipalities, support for a pilot project with Grey County
in 2004, and work with partners on a pilot project examining lime stabilization of
septage {to be completed by spring 2005}. A team of technical staff from MOE and
the Ministry of Agriculture and Food are also working to develop standards for three
septage treatment methods: lime stabilization, composting and lagoon storage. Although
there is no estimate of when draft standards will be ready, the ministry has committed
to posting them on the Registry for public comment.
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While MOE has not updated the December 2002 Registry proposal, the province has
taken some steps toward clarifying municipal responsibility for septage management
through the new Provincial Policy Statement {PPS}, which came into effect on March
1, 2005. The PPS includes new language (in section 1.6.4.1 e) stating that subdivision
for lot creation is allowed only if there is confirmation of sufficient reserve sewage
system capacity, including treatment capacity for septage, and further specifies that
land-applying untreated septage is not considered sufficient. 1n effect, this language
means that municipalities wanting to approve new developments on septic systems
must plan for adequate septage treatment capacity (which could in practice be provided
by the private sector),
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spurred several counties (Grey, Wellington, Huron} and the City of Kingston to begin
some coordinated planning for septage management on a voluntary basis. However,
it is not clear whether municipalities will be required to plan for septage treatment
capacity for existing development. As a consequence, Ontario's default disposal option
remains the land application of untreated septage. MOE continues to approve new sites
for this practice, despite its intention of phasing it out eventually. Even larid application
on frozen ground is not formally prohibited by regulation, and is still allowed on a
case-by-case "emergency" basis by MOE, because alternate storage capacity for septage
is simply not available at times.
Across Canada, a number of provinces have already banned the land application of
untreated septage, including British Columbia, Manitoba, Nova Scotia, Quebec and
Newfoundland and Labrador. MOE evidently has a great deal of work still to do on
defining acceptable treatment standards for septage that is destined for land application.
Until dear rules are in place, municipalities and the private sector will be reluctant
to invest in the construction of alternative treatment capacity. In the Port Rowan area
of Ontario, for example, the shortage of septage disposal capacity has already resulted
in steep increases in costs of septic tank pump-outs, and there are fears that some
property owners may resort to illegal and environmentally damaging solutions to
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The EC4 urges MOE to accelerate action on this tile, and to finalize a regulatory
framework for septage that is protective of public health and the environment.
_ (for ministry comments, see page 214.)
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Update: Great Lakes Water Resources Agreements
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America, are the largest system of fresh surface water anywhere on planet Earth.
These Takes are the lifeblood of Ontario, the source of drinking water for nearly
three-quarters of Ontario's population. The Great Lakes basin is home to most of
the province's human population and most of its biodiversity. The lakes also provide
water for power generation, transportation and manufacturing for 45 per cent of
Canada's industries. We rely on them for recreation, inspiration and prosperity.
In 7985, an agreement was struck between Ontario, Quebec, and the eight U.S. states
that border the Great Lakes (through the Coundl of Great Lakes Governors) to address
water levels and flows and the environment of the Great Lakes basin. This agreement,
the Great Lakes Charter, committed the provinces and states to work to protect the
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Mr. Keith Mathieson CRSI
Director of Engineering & Environmental Services
'fowmship of fkn-Medonte
Box 100
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RE: Township of Oro-Medonte
Septage Treatment Options
Proposal for Engineering Services
TSR Project No. 44-0006(!188
With rtfcrence to our meeting of November 21, 2005, we are pleased to provide you with a cost estimate for
preparing a report that will address the various options that are available to the Township for dealing with
septic tank wasce istptage} which is generated in the Township.
"['he report wilt calculate tht quantities of Septage that have to he handled and will also Inok at the orbanic
concentrations of the material such that neatment options can be considered. A number of options w11( he
looked at, such as neatment at the Horseshoe Valtey STP or tht recommissioned Edbar Cemre plant, or a
new stptage treatment lagoon. The rcpan will generate capital as well ss operating and maintenance costs
and will address the environmental assessment issues for each alternative.
Our fee estimate for tht assignment is 510,000 plus $500 for disbursements, cxClusivt of CiST'. C>ur
estimate includes an allowanet for presentation of the rcpan to Council or Committee, t0 txpiain the
conttn[s and respond to any queries. We would invoice you for our actual hours worked and consider
$10,000 w bt an upset limit.
We could commrnec work on this project as soon as you give us the approval to proceed and we could have
the repon to you in two months..
If you have any questions nn this proposal, please give us a call
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1.0 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................ .................. 1
2.0 SEPTAGE-STRENGTHS AND QUANTITIES .............................................. .................. 1
3.0 SEPTAGE DISPOSALITREATMENT OPTIONS .......................................... .................. 3
3.1 General .......................................................................................................... ..................3
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3.3 Current Situation -Summer Months .............................................................
Current Situation -Winter Months ............................................................... .................. 4
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3.4 Disposal of Septage at a Sewage Treatment Plant ........................................ .................. 5
3.5 Stabilization Lagoons .................................................................................... .................. 8
4.0 OPTIONS AVAILABLE TO ORO-MEDONTE TOWNSHIP ........................ ................. 9
4.1 Do Nothing ..................................................................................................... ................. 9
4.2 Disposal at the Horseshoe Valley Sewage Treatment Plant .......................... ................. 9
4.3 Disposal at the Edgar Centre Sewage Treatment Plant ................................. ................. 9
4.4 Disposal at a New Lagoon Facility ................................................................ ............... 10
5.0 APPROVALS .................................................................................................... ............... 11
6.0 CONCLUSIONS ................................................................................................ ...............11
LIST OF TABLES
~ Table 1 -Typical Septage and Domestic Sewage Strengths
' Table- 2 -USA EAPA -Septage Design Guidelines
Table 3 -Oro-Medonte Township Septage
Table 4 -Population Equivalent ofOro-Medonte Septage Panneters
Table 5 -Impact ofOro-Medonte Septage on Horseshoe Valley STP Capacity
LIST OF APPENDICES
' Appendix A - ECO 2004/2005 Annual Report Update/Land Application of Septage
Appendix B -New Release Concerning Nutrient Management Act
Appendix C -USA Environmental Protection Agency -Septage Design Guidelines
Appendix D -Oro-Medonte Township Septage
Appendix E -Correspondence to Cities of Barrie and Orillia Concerning Septage Disposal
~ Appendix F -Impact of Oro-Medonte Septage on Horseshoe Valley STP Capacity
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
In the fall of 2000, the Environmental Commissioner of Ontario (ECO) received an Environmental
Bill of Rights application that raised concerns about the cunently approved practice of spreading
untreated human waste from septic tanks onto fazmland.
This was noted in the 2004/2005 Annual Report of the ECO, as an Update on the Land Application
of Septage, A copy of the Update together with comments on the Update from the Ministry of the
Environment (MOE) are included as Appendix A.
The MOE has been carrying out an internal review of the Provinces' Septage spreading program
and has been pushing for a regulation to ban the land application of untreated Septage. Although
2007 was to be the target date, as of April 2005 the only finalized regulation is for portable toilet
waste. At the present time, untreated septage can still be applied to approved land sites.
The Provincial Nutrient Management Act was passed in 2002 and Regulation 267/03 came into
effect in 2003. Although the Act is applicable to septage that has been treated at a sewage
treatment plant and then land applied, it is not applicable to the land application of raw untreated
septage. It should be noted that Regulation 267 does not allow the land spreading of sewage
biosolids between December 1 and March 31 nor if the ground is still frozen or is snow covered. A
copy of a News Release dated June 28, 2002, concerning the Nutrient Management Act is included
as Appendix B.
The MOE has attempted to clarify the municipal responsibility for septage management through a
Provincial Policy Statement (PPS) that came into effect on March 1, 2005. The PPS states that
rural subdivision lot creation will only be allowed if septage treatment capacity is available with
land application not being considered sufficient.
The MOEs' announcements to date have prompted many municipalities in Ontario to take a pro-
active approach in the planning for septage management.
The Township of Oro-Medonte is one of the municipalities that has decided to take apro-active
approach to this problem to determine what its options are and what its policies should be for
septage management for both new and existing development.
This report will attempt to quantity the magnitude of the problem in the Township, and will discuss
the disposal options and provide some very preliminary cost estimates for the various scenarios.
2.0 SEPTAGE-STRENGTHS AND QUANTITIES
Ontario generates approximately 1.2 million tonnes of septage a year, most of which is applied to
farmland without treatment.
The informal name for untreated human waste coming from a septic tank is septage. This covers
all liquids and solids that are pumped out of municipal, residential, commercial or industrial septic
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tanks and hauled to a disposal site. Septage is not to be confused with biosolids which is the term
used for treated sludge from a sewage treatment plant.
Domestic sewage is raw untreated human waste that is discharged from households and other
institutions into sanitary sewers for treatment at a municipal sewage treatment plant.
Typically, Septage consists of 96 to 99 percent water, but it usually contains significant amounts of
harmful pathogenic (disease forming) organisms including viruses, bacteria and parasites, heavy
metals, nutrients, oxygen demanding materials, grit, grease and hair. Septage can be a risk to
groundwater and surface, water supplies and is difficult and odorous to handle, transport and treat.
The strength of Septage compared to domestic sewage, is as shown in Table 1 below:
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Total
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Solids up to 15,000 mg/L 120 to 400 mg1L 60/1
BODS up to 7,000 mg1L 110 to 350 mg/L 30/1
COD a to 15,000 m L 250 to 800 mg/L 30/l
TKN up to 700 mg/L 40 to 50 mg/L 15/1
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Phosphorus up to 250 mg/L 4 to 12 mg/L 30/1
Oil & Grease up to 8,000 mg/L 50 to 100 mg/L 100/1
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Coliforms up to 10 /100mL l0 to 10 /100mL 5/1
The USA Environmental Protection Agency suggests design concentrations for Septage (see
Appendix C) as shown in Table 2 below:
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Samples of domestic Septage from Oro-Medonte Township were taken from a local haulage truck
on November 2, 2006 and tested for a number of parameters at the Central Ontario Analytical
Laboratory in Orillia. The test results are shown in Appendix D and summarized in Table 3.
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Parameters ': Concentration
Total Suspended Solids 8433 mg/L
BODS 1600 m L
COD 1906 mg/L
TKN 123 mg/L
Total Phos horus 11 mglL
Oil & Grease Not tested
Fecal Coliforms Not tested
Figure 1 overleaf shows a map of Oro-Medonte Township. With a total population of 19,000
persons, it is estimated that there are approximately 9,000 septic systems in Oro-Medonte
Township including the municipally owned and operated communal the bed system in Horseshoe
Valley. New development in the Township is currently occurring at a rate of 2% to 3% a year.
Some of this new development is taking place in the Horseshoe Valley area and will be serviced by
the sequencing batch reactor sewage treatment works owned and operated by American Water
Serices Canada Inc. As far as the increase in the number of septic systems per year, a figure of 50
per year (0.5%) might be realistic.
' The average septic tank is about 5000 litres in volume or five cubic metres (5 m3) and is pumped
out every 3 to 5 years. Assuming an average of 4 years, the annual volume of septage being
generated in Oro-Medonte Township is:
9000 X 5/ 4 = 11,250 m3/yr or 11,250 tonnes per year.
' By comparison, the District of Muskoka generates (and treats) approximately 30,000 m3/yr.
Generally, septage can only be hauled and disposed of during the warmer six months of the year,
May 1 to October 31. Allowing for weekends and statutory holidays, the yearly volume of septage
must be managed over an actual 114 day period. The daily volume for Oro-Medonte, therefore
calculates to be almost 100 m3 per working day or approximately ten truck loads per day.
3.0 SEPTAGE DISPOSAL/TREATMENT OPTIONS
3.1 General
This section of the report looks at viable options available to the Township of Oro-Medonte for
' disposing of and treating septage from the Municipality if and when the MOE phases out the land
application of septage and it becomes a municipal responsibility. The current situation for winter
and summer disposal, is also reviewed.
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3.2 Current Situation -Summer Months
In the Province of Ontario, the suitability of disposal of untreated septage onto agricultural land has
been based on the Ministry of the Environment "Guidelines for the Utilization of Biosolids and
' Other Wastes on Agricultural Lands" with septage being viewed as similaz to anaerobically
digested sludge. There is no specific legislation that deals with the land spreading of septage.
' Septage can act as a fertilizer by utilizing its nutrients for the land, although nitrogen application
rates must be minimized to avoid nitrate contamination of groundwater supplies. Heavy metals
concentrations of the receiving soils must also not be allowed to exceed recommended levels in
order to prevent the entrance of heavy metals into the food chain.
As a result, the ratio of ammonia nitrogen to heavy metals governs the suitability of septage being
applied to agricultural land.
' Pathogenic viruses and bacteria are also present in abundance in untreated septage and these pose a
significant health hazard to persons coming into contact with the septage or to the land to which the
septage has been applied.
Direct disposal of raw septage onto agricultural land, therefore has the potential to introduce
undesirable nitrates to the groundwater, heavy metals into the food chain and pose health hazards.
The practice of spreading septage onto certain lands in Ontario continues at the present time
although a Certificate of Approval must be in place from the Ministry of the Environment. The
responsibility of obtaining the Certificate of Approval for a disposal site, lies with the hauler.
In discussions with the Barrie District Office of the MOE, it has been learned that 2008 will likely
' be the last year that new "hauled sewage" disposal sites will be able to receive a Certificate of
Approval.
Currently and during the summer months, septage from Oro-Medonte Township is being hauled by
private haulers and spread onto certified disposal sites within Simcoe County. It should be noted
that there are no approved sites in Oro-Medonte Township, although there are two in Tay
1 Township, two in Tiny, four in Springwater one in Clearview and two in Ramara. Land
application of hauled sewage including septage usually only takes place between April and
November although the haulers can apply to the MOE for an extension outside of this window, if
' there is an emergency.
Through discussions with one of the local haulers, it was determined that the cost of pumping out a
' septic tank and spreading it on approved land in Oro-Medonte Township is approximately $220 or
$44 per cubic metre (based on a five cubic metre tank).
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3.3 Current Situation -Winter Months
During the winter months septage from Oro-Medonte Township is being hauled by private haulers
to the City of Orillia Waste Water Treatment Centre. The City of Barre was accepting septage at
its Water Pollution Control Plant but these operations ceased in Apri12006. In discussions with the
City of Barrie, it has been learnt that septage will not be accepted from any other municipalities
until a new septage treatment facility is operational, likely in 2007.
In January 2006, the Townships' Director of Engineering and Environmental Services, wrote to the
Cities of Orillia and Barrie to determine if the Townships'septage could be accepted at the sewage
treatment plants of the two cities. The hauled septage would be divided between the two plants
depending on available capacity at the time. A reply was received from the City of Orillia on
January 19, 2006. The following section of a report from Council Committee was adopted by
Orillia City Council on January 16, 2006:
"That as recommended in a report dated January 3, 2006 from the Public Works Department (City
of Orillia), septage and hauled sewage from within the Township of Severn and other area
municipalities continue to be received and treated at the Orillia Wastewater Treatment Centre
(WWTC); and that at times when there are capacity issues, operational problems or deterioration in
effluent quality at the WWTC, the material from commercial, institutional and industrial sources,
will not be accepted, while every effort will be made to continue to receive domestic septage and
hauled sewage.''
No reply was received from the City of Barrie.
Copies of the correspondence on this matter are included in Appendix E.
The average cost of pumping out a septic tank and hauling it from the private residence to the
Orillia WWTC is approximately $260 per septic tank or $52 per cubic metre (based on a five cubic
metre tank). Of this cost, the City of Orillia is currently charging the private haulers $82 per 1000
gallons ($18 per cubic metre) for the disposal of the septage.
Out of interest, and if this were a municipal responsibility, the cost of disposing all septage from
Oro-Medonte Township to the City of Orillia WWTC, would be $585,000 per year (11,250 m3 x
$52).
3.4 Disposal of Septage at a Sewage Treatment Plant
The disposal of septage at a sewage treatment plant is ideal since a sewage plant will have the
facilities to handle and treat the obnoxious waste including the removal of rags, plastics and grit
and the ability to biologically reduce the organic contents of the waste.
' Unfortunately, the organic strength of the septage is usually so high that it consumes a very high
percentage of the organic capacity of the plant.
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For Oro- Medonte the population equivalents for each of the septage parameters tested and
discussed in Section 2.0 have been calculated. The calculations are based on treating 100 m31d of
septage. The per capita per day loading rates for flow, BODS and suspended solids have been
taken from the MOE Design Guidelines and for COD, TKN and TP from Metcalf & Eddy
' "Wastewater Engineering Treatment and Reuse". The results are shown in Table 4.
TABLE 4
`` Po ulation E nivalent of Oro-Medonte Se to a Parameters
Parameters: Quantity Per Capita Per Day Rate Population
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Flow 100 m /d 0.45 m /c/d 222 ers
BODs 1600 mg/L 75 g/c/d 2133 pers
COD 1906m L 190 g/c/d 1033 pers
TSS 8433 mg/L 90 g/c/d 9370 pers
TKN 123 mg/L 13 g/c/d 946 pers
TP 11 m /L 3.2 g1c/d _ 344 pers
' 1. MOE "Guidelines for the Design of Sewage Treatment Works" 1984.
2. Metcalf & Eddy "Wastewater Engineering Treatment and Reuse" Fourth Edition. Table 3-12.
' Although there are no municipal sewage treatment plants in Oro-Medonte Township, there is a
privately owned one, servicing part of the Horseshoe Valley Resort development. The owner of
the plant is American Water Services Canada Inc.
Review of the operation of the Horseshoe Valley STP is carried out annually by the Township of
Oro-Medonte as a requirement of the "Municipal Responsibility Agreement" Condition, of the
' Plants' current Certificate of Approval.
A preliminary review of the plants' current design parameters (see Appendix F) indicates that if
' Oro-Medonte septage was disposed of at the Horseshoe Valley STP, the capacity increases would
be as shown in Table 5.
TABLE 5
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Parameters ' Oro-Medonte -
Se 'ta e Horseshoe Valley STP % Increase'
Flow 100 m /d 810 m /d 12.5
BODS 160 kg/d 178 kgld 90.0
TSS 843 kg/d 235 kg/d 358.0
TKN 12 kg/d 32 kg/d 37.0
TP _ 1 kg/d 6 kg/d 17.0
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' These increases to the plants' capacity are very substantial. The practicality of these impacts is that
t certain components of the sewage treatment plant would have to be re-designed, as follows:
Rags, Plastics, Grease and Grit. Although not quantifiable, rags, plastics, grease and grit from
' septage will have a very significant impact on the sewage treatment plant. Equipment such as
mechanical screens and grit removal equipment would have to be designed accordingly.
Flow. The impact of the sewage treatment plant flow because of the septage is fairly minor. The
flow of septage per day, is equivalent to approximately 200 persons or 60 residential lots. It is
unlikely that the increase in flow would have any impact on the hydraulics of any of the plants'
process components although the detailed calculations would have to checked.
BODS. This parameter is the main organic component that the sewage plant has been designed to
' reduce. A 90% increase greatly affects the biological treatment process, which in the case of the
Horseshoe Valley STP is the sequencing batch reactors (SBRs). Doubling of the aeration tankage
would be required as well as the aeration equipment including the air headers and diffusers and the
' air blower equipment. In addition and because of the increased biological treatment, additional
biosolids would be created. This would affect all the sludge management processes such as the
sludge digesters and holding tanks and related pumping and decanting equipment.
' Total Suspended Solids. An increase of 358% of suspended solids into the sewage plant would
greatly affect the sequencing batch reactors with additional tankage being required. The additional
tankage required for the increased GODS might be sufficient depending on the detailed process
calculations. The mass of bio-solids being generated within the plant processes, would increase
' substantially. This would affect the sizing of the digesters, sludge holding tanks and other related
equipment.
Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen. An increase of 37% of TKN due to septage would affect the aeration
components of the STP. Additional air (oxygen) would be required to nitrify the waste.
Total Phosphorus. The increase in phosphorus due to septage would be 17%. This would affect
the biological components of the STP, the alum addition equipment, the sludge management
facilities and the tertiary effluent filters.
It is our understanding that because of commitments to imminent development, the Horseshoe
Valley sewage treatment plant currently has little or no spare capacity. We also understand that
' there aze imminent plans to expand and upgrade the plant. If this is so, it might be possible for the
plant to be designed such that the Townships' septage could be received and treated at the
Horseshoe Valley plant. A cost shazing formula and agreement could be worked out between the
' Owner and the Township for a capital contribution towards the cost of the plant expansion.
It should be noted that in addition to the capital costs of expanding a sewage treatment plant to treat
' septage, there would be a substantial increase in the operating and maintenance costs. This is due
to the additional aeration (hydro) requirements, the additional chemical costs and the additional
bio-solids generation with associated additional sludge hauling costs.
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3.5 Stabilization Lagoons
' Lagoons are being used in Ontario to stabilize septage and several municipalities utilize them in
conjunction with sub-surface disposal of the liquid effluent, or with spray irrigation or with direct
' discharge to surface water sources via drainage trenches or ditches. The lagoons stabilize the waste
using natural sunlight and aerobic conditions in lined cells prior to transfer to exflltration ponds.
Periodically, the lagoons have to be dried out and their biosolids removed. This could be every
five to twenty years. Some lagoons utilize aeration for biological degradation.
Lagoons can also be provided for temporary storage of septage during the winter months when
' land application is not possible.
The District Municipality of Muskoka currently has nine septage treatment lagoon sites with a total
' of twenty three lagoon cells stabilizing septage which is hauled from within the District. Most of
the lagoons are facultative treatment (stabilization) lagoons but some are simply holding ponds. A
' few of the lagoons have aeration mixing capabilities. Most of the Districts' sites consist of a lined
primary lagoon followed by a lined secondary lagoon followed by an effluent lagoon that provides
exfihration into the ground or has a drainage trench leading to a water course. Spray irrigation of
' the effluent is also practiced at some sites. The volumes of the lagoons range from approximately
1000 m3 to 1500 m3 with a surface area of about 1500 m2. Transfer of the liquid (supernatant)
from one cell to the next, is carried out monthly by manual pumping.
Muskoka generates approximately 30,000 m3 of septage per year (three times the quantity
anticipated from Oro-Medonte} from 60% of its 50,000 population. One of the latest certificates of
' approval was issued by the Ministry of the Environment to the District of Muskoka for a septage
lagoon facility in Baysville (Township of Lake of Bays) and this was in 2003. The certificate was
issued under Section 53 of the Ontario Water Resources Act.
The Ministry of the Environment "Guidelines for the Design of Sewage Treatment Works" 1984,
outlines the design details and general requirements for waste stabilization ponds (lagoons), aerated
' lagoons and sludge thickening or sludge transfer site lagoons. The Guidelines also cover combined
sludge thickening(transfer lagoons where site conditions permit spray irrigation of the
supernatant/effluent.
Currently, however, there are no Provincial guidelines for the design of septage
treatment/stabilization lagoons although it is understood that studies are presently being carved out
' for the Ministry, to establish some guidelines for the design of these types of lagoons.
Assuming that all Provincial approvals could be obtained, the provision of a lagoon system would
' be a very viable option for treating Oro-Medonte septage.
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4.0 OPTIONS AVAILABLE TO ORO-MEDONTE TOWNSHIP
4.1 Do Nothing
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' The current practice of emptying private septic tanks and disposing of the septage on approved
agricultural land sites in the summer time or hauling it to the City of Barrie or Orillia sewage
treatment plants in the winter time, has been going on for many years. Although perceived to be
' acceptable to the Municipality, land owners and the public in general, the Ministry of the
Environment will be phasing out the practice within the next few years and presumably over a
period of time spanning a number of years.
' When the Ministry finally phases out the land application of untreated septage, the responsibility
for disposal and treatment will likely fall onto the Municipality.
' Although the "Do Nothing" option exists at the present time with no negative or positive
repercussions, this Option will not be available after another five years or more. At that time, it
will be encumbent upon the Municipality to find a solution for disposal and treatment of septage
generated within its boundaries.
' 4.2 Disposal at the Horseshoe Valley Sewage Treatment Plant
As discussed in previous sections of this report, disposal and treatment of septage at the Horseshoe
Valley Sewage Treatment Plant is a realistic option available to the Municipality. This is
especially so if a planned expansion of the plant is imminent. A capital cost as well as an operating
' and maintenance cost sharing agreement would have to be drawn up between the present owner of
the plant and the Township.
A major expansion of the Horseshoe Valley Sewage Treatment plant to include for treating Oro-
Medonte septage, would likely cost around $10 million of which $5 million might be attributed to
the capital cost of treating Oro-Medonte septage. This cost does not include any operating and
' maintenance costs nor the cost of emptying the septic tanks and hauling the septage to the
treatment plant.
4.3 Disposal at the Edgar Centre Sewage Treatment Plant
The Edgar Centre is a 63 ha (155 acre) property located at the northwest corner of Bass Lake Road
and Line 3 North. It is currently owned by the Provincial Government and is zoned Institutional.
Known as one of Ontarios "Ghost Towns", the Edgar Centre used to be a military complex until
' November 1964, when it was sold to the Provincial Government for $218,225. The community was
named for the pioneer John Edgar. After purchase by the Provincial Government, it became an
"Adult Occupation Center" for 35 years, until 1999. The Edgar Centre is now vacant, and is used
' by the Ontario Provincial Police for street take-down practice. The Centre which is guarded 24
hours per day, 365 days per year, consists of 84 residences, 2 office buildings, a swimming pool, a
bowling alley, a baseball diamond, an infirmary, a church and a school. The Centre also has its
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own water supply and distribution system with fire hydrants and a sewage treatment plant with a
large exfiltration lagoon.
We spoke to the Realtor who had the property listed in 1999 and learnt that although there have
been several offers tco purchase the property the Government is not really interested in selling it.
Although the Edgar Centre complex was visited in preparation for this report, it was not possible to
carry out a detailed inspection of the sewage treatment plant as it is contained inside a secured
fenced compound. A large lagoon which is also fenced, exists downstream of the sewage plant and
at a lower elevation. The lagoon was empty at the time of the site visit in August 2006. The
lagoon is likely an exfiltration lagoon which would be ideal for septage effluent.
In speaking to one of the operators of the Horseshoe Valley Sewage Treatment Plant, it was learnt
that the sewage treatment plant at the Edgar Centre underwent an extensive upgrade costing several
million dollars, a couple of years before the Centre was closed down.
Details of the sewage treatment plant as well as the Certificate of Approval would have to be
scrutinized, before the appropriateness of it being used to treat septage could be evaluated.
Nevertheless, the use of the Edgar Centre sewage treatment plant for treating Oro-Medonte
septage, is a realistic option. Avery preliminary cost estimate for this option would be made up of
the cost of buying the facility which is unknown at the present time, plus the cost of an appropriate
upgrade of the plant, at say $3 million. This cost does not include any operating and maintenance
costs nor the cost of emptying the septic tanks and hauling the septage to the treatment plant.
' 4.4 Disposal at a New Lagoon Facility
The provision of a new lagoon treatment facility in the Township of Oro-Medonte, for receiving
and treating septage, warrants serious consideration. Although the approval of septage lagoons is
not an every day occurrence in the Province of Ontario, the Ministry of the Environment is very
much aware of the existence of them and particularly in the Ministrys` Southwestern Region which
emcompasses Simcoe County and the Muskoka's. The District Municipality of Muskoka currently
has nine sites which are being closely monitored by the Ministry and which are being operated and
are performing within their approved guidelines.
A preliminary hydrogeological study would be required for possible sites within Oro-Medonte to
' determine the site suitability particularly for the sub-surface or other type of disposal of the
supernatant/effluent. A preliminary review of the size of the parcel of land that would be required
indicates an area of approximately 32 ha (80 acres).
Avery preliminary cost estimate for this option would be made up of the cost of buying the land at
say $2.5 million plus the cost of constructing a lagoon treatment facility which could be in the
vicinity of $1 million, for a total of $3.5 million. This cost does not include any operating and
maintenance costs nor the cost of emptying the septic tanks and hauling the septage to the
treatment facility.
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' S.0 APPROVALS
' The next step in the process of providing some kind of permanent septage treatment facility in the
Township of Oro-Medonte, would be to carry out a Class Environmental Assessment. For this
particular undertaking, a Class EA could be expected to be onerous, timely to complete and
' expensive. It would be necessary for the Ministry to be involved and a minimum of three public
and other agency open houses would have to be held. A hydrogeologist would be retained as part
of the consultant team to evaluate the various sites for local hydrogeology and groundwater
' conditions. Since all environmental impacts including odours and noise would have to be
considered, it might be necessary to retain other experts during the process.
The Township should budget $100,000 to carry out the Class EA and expect it to take up to two
years to complete.
' 6.0 CONCLUSIONS
• In 2002, the Ontario Ministry of the Environment was proposing a regulation to ban the
Land application of untreated septage by 2007.
• In October 2003, the Ministry did ban the land application of untreated portable toilet
waste.
' • As of year end 2006, the Ministry has not issued its proposed strategy which is still in the
proposal stage, although it is still committed to end the land application of septage.
• The Township of Oro-Medonte is taking pro-active steps to determine what its options are
' if and when the Ministry does issue its strategy for banning land application of septage.
• The amount of septage currently being generated in the Township is substantial, being
11,250 cubic metres or tonnes per year or equivalent to 100 cubic metres per day. This
' quantity could increase by 0.5 to 3.0 % per annum.
• The City of Orillia is currently taking all of Oro-Medontes' septage when it cannot be land
applied.
• The annual cost for disposal of Oro-Medontes' septage at the City of Orillia WWTC would
be $585,000.
• The City of Orillia will continue to take neighbouring municipalities' septage as long as
there is capacity available.
• There are three other options available to Oro-Medonte for disposal of septage.
• One is to pay a contribution towards the imminent expansion of the privately owned
Horseshoe Valley Sewage Treatment Plant. This would be at a very preliminary
estimated cost of $5 million plus associated operating and maintenance costs.
• Two is to purchase the Edgar Centre property and resurrect its existing sewage
treatment plant at a very preliminary estimated cost of $3.0 million plus the cost of
purchasing the property plus operating and maintenance costs.
• Three is to purchase suitable land and to construct a stabilization lagoon system with
supernatant/effluent disposal by sub-surface discharge, direct discharge or spray
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irrigation. This would be at a very preliminary estimated cost of $3.5 million plus
operating and maintenance costs.
• A Class Environmental Assessment will be required to obtain approval for a septage
treatment facility.
• The Township should proceed with a Class Environmental Assessment to determine the
preferred option for disposing of its septage.
All of which is respectfully submitted.
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REFERENCES
1. Proceedings of "Innovative Technology Transfer Conference for Northern Ontario".
October 15 -17, 1990. MOE and Sault College of Applied Arts & Technology.
2. "Guidelines for the Design of Sewage Treatment Works" -July 1984, MOE.
3. "Municipal Class Environmental Assessment" MEA -June 2000.
4. "Voluntary National Guidelines for Management of Onsite and Clustered
(Decentralized) Wastewater Treatment Systems" USA EPA -March 2003.
5. "Wastewater Engineering Treatment and Reuse" Fourth Edition, Metcalf & Eddy.
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of greenhouse gas emission reductions when achieved. (For ministry comments see page 274.)
Update: Land Application of Septage
In the fall of 2000, the ECO received an EBR application for
review that raised concerns about the approved practice of
spreading untreated human wastes from septic tanks and
portable toilets onto farmlands. These wastes are called
Septage, and because of high levels of pathogens, nutrients,
disinfectants and trace levels of other contaminants, they are a
risk to ground and surface waters. Ontario residents generate an estimated 1.2 million
cubic metres of Septage a year, most of which is applied to farmland without treatment.
The applicants saw the need for a consistent policy and enforceable regulations, and
requested a moratorium on the practice until its safety for public health and the
environment had been studied. The Ministry of the Environment denied this application,
stating that the ministry was already carrying out an internal review of the province's
Septage spreading program. In late 2000, MOE introduced a moratorium on the land
application of Septage on frozen or snow-covered ground. Then in tune 2001, MOE
proposed afive-year phase-out of the land application of untreated Septage, as part
of a broader announcement on the Nutrient Management Act.
In November 2002, the ECO received a second application for review, focused on the
management of Septage waste. The applicants requested a regulation that would
clearly set out responsibilities at all stages of the Septage disposal process, starting
from the emptying of the septic tank to the establishment, operation and management
of Septage treatment or disposal facilities. Given that MOE was planning to phase out
the land application of untreated Septage, the applicants were worried about the lack
of alternative disposal options. In the absence of a clear legal framework for municipal
involvement, the applicants doubted that non-legislated solutions (such as private-public
partnerships) would wark, and feared that neither municipalities nor the private sector
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pointing to its new proposal to phase out land application of untreated septage.
' In December 2002, MOE posted a proposal for a regulation to address septage on the
Registry, featuring a commitment to ban the land application of untreated septage
' by 2007. However, most aspects of this measure remain at the proposal stage as of
April 2005. The only finalized component is a ban on the land application of untreated
portable toilet waste, which took effect in October 2003. (For a description of this
measure, see the 2003/2004 Supplement, page 131.)
' Components that have not yet been finalized include:
• a five-year phase out of the issuing of certificates of approval for the land application
' of untreated septage.
• extension of the winter spreading restrictions and land application standards
' included in the proposed Stage 2 Regulatory requirements under the Nutrient
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MOE reconfirmed in March 2005 that "the ministry is committed to end the land
application of untreated septage." But it appears the phase-out deadline of 2007 has
' been set aside. The ministry described its ongoing work, including extensive consultation
with stakeholders such as municipalities, support for a pilot project with Grey County
' in 2004, and work with partners on a pilot project examining lime stabilization of
septage (to be completed by spring 2005). A team of technical staff from MOE and
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While MOE has not updated the December 2002 Registry proposal, the province has
taken some steps toward clarifying municipal responsibility for septage management
through the new Provincial Policy Statement (PPS), which came into effect on March
' 1, 2005. The PPS includes new language (in section 1.6.4.1e) stating that subdivision
for lot creation is allowed only if there is confirmation of sufficient reserve sewage
system capacity, including treatment capacity for septage, and further specifies that
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MOE's announcements thus far, coupled with the concerns of septage haulers, have
spurred several counties (Grey, Wellington, Huron) and the City of Kingston to begin
some coordinated planning for septage management on a voluntary basis. However,
it is not clear whether municipalities will be required to plan for septage treatment
capacity for existing development. As a consequence, Ontario`s default disposal option
remains the land application of untreated septage. MOE continues to approve new sites
for this practice, despite its intention of phasing it out eventually. Even land application
on frozen ground is not formally prohibited by regulation, and is still allowed on a
case-by-case "emergency" basis by MOE, because alternate storage capacity for septage
is simply not available at times.
Across Canada, a number of provinces have already banned the land application of
untreated septage, including British Columbia, Manitoba, Nova Scotia, Quebec and
Newfoundland and Labrador. MOE evidently has a great deal of work still to do on
defining acceptable treatment standards for septage that is destined for land application.
Until clear rules are in place, municipalities and the private sector will be reluctant
to invest in the construction of alternative treatment capacity. In the Port Rowan area
of Ontario, for example, the shortage of septage disposal capacity has already resulted
in steep increases in costs of septic tank pump-outs, and there are fears that some
property owners may resort to illegal and environmentally damaging solutions to
empty their tanks.
The ECO urges MOE to accelerate action on this file, and to finalize a regulatory
framework for septage that is protective of public health and the environment.
(for ministry comments, see page 214.)
kes 1Nater Res®urces Agreements
The Great Lakes, bordered by eight states and two provinces in the heart of North
America, are the largest system of fresh surface water anywhere on planet Earth.
These lakes are the lifeblood of Ontario, the source of drinking water for nearly
three-quarters of Ontario's population. The Great Lakes basin is home to most of
the province's human population and most of its biodiversity. The lakes also provide
water for power generation, transportation and manufacturing for 45 per cent of
Canada's industries. We rely on them for recreation, inspiration and prosperity.
In 1985, an agreement was struck between Ontario, Quebec, and the eight U.S. states
that borderthe Great Lakes{through the Council of Great Lakes Governors) to address
water levels and flows and the environment of the Great lakes basin. This agreement,
the Great Lakes Charter, committed the provinces and states to work to protect the
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' The new regulation allows industry time to plan for compliance or, if necessary, to apply for
interim alternative standards to be set if new models or air standards cannot be achieved due
to technical or economic barriers. This risk-based process will protect communities while allowing
' indurtry a smooth, transparent transition to new requirements.
C@imate Change
EYiETE: Ontario is committed to Canada's stand on the Kyoto Protocol and sees climate change
' as an important international environmental issue. The federal government is responsible
for determining greenhouse gas (GHG} emission reduction targets to meet Canada's Kyoto
obligations. Ontario's key climate change initiative, the Coal Replacement Plan, could provide
Ontario with up to half of the GHG reductions to meet a target of 6 percent below its 1990
emission levels and is the largest single step being undertaken to assist Canada in meeting its
Kyoto targets. This initiative will replace all coal-tired generation with cleaner generation and
conservation, including smart meters and demand-side management, resulting in annual GHG
reductions of up to 30 megatonnes (MT).
Update on Land App@ieat@on of Septage
14'€OE: The Government of Ontario is committed to phasing out the spreading of untreated
septage on land. Going forward, as stipulated in the new Provincial Policy Statement (2005},
municipalities will only be permitted to proceed with new rural development if the necessary
septic treatment capacity is available. A lack of treatment capacity for septage remains the primary
challenge to moving forward with a ban on raw septage spreading. Only about 20 per cent
of sewage treatment plants are equipped to treat septage. The Ontario government promotes
septage treatment. Municipalities now qualify for funding to construct septage treatment
facilities under the Canada-Ontario Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund, and the Government
' is promoting alternative treatment options. MOE is working with stakeholders on alternative
technologies and treatment standards for these technologies. Clarity with respect to standards
will promote private sector investment in alternative treatment for septage. Authorization for
disposal of septage on frozen ground rarely happens and is only approved where there is an
environmentally compelling reason.
Great Lakes Water [iesources Agreements
o RPEF.tR: MNR shares ECO concerns about protecting our Great Lakes Basin waters. On June 30,
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°- MNR announced the release of revised agreements for public review, including public and First
~ Nations meetings across Ontario, and updated its EBR posting. Revised agreements prohibit
diversions with a few strictly regulated exceptions. They reaffirm federal and UC authority under
the Boundary Waters Treaty, uphold principles of precaution and ecosystem integrity- recognize
~ uncertainties of climate change, strengthen conservation, and exclude "resource improvement."
Ontario and other jurisdictions will meet to discuss public comments and seek consensus on final
~ agreements. Legislative changes to implement the agreement will be posted on the Registry.
®ntario Biodiversity Strategy
NtNR: Protecting What Sustains Us: Ontario's Biodiversity Strategy, 20D5 engages Ontarians in
" protecting biodiversity and providing for the sustainable use of biological assets. While led by
' government, the strategy was developed with many partners and individuals, recognizing that
o governments alone cannot do all that is necessary to conserve Ontario's variety of life for present
o and future generations. To assist Ontarians in working together, a Biodiversity Council will play
" an integral role in advancing the OBS and report to the public on progress annually.
Update on Efighway Construction Practices
EViTO: MTO prepared an Action Plan to respond to the audit recommendations to ensure similar
' situations do not recur. MTO will be providing updates to MOE to ensure landscaping, seed
and cover is undertaken and that the environment is protected during highway conrtruction
through policies, guidelines, and contract documents.
N€OE: MOE provided MTO comments on the audit and proposed action plan. MOE requested
in June 2005 that MTO take action to address the findings of the audit by: reviewing environ-
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developing new contract procedures.
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NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT ACT
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BACKGROUNDER.,
' NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT ACT
Context
' As part of the Ontario government's Clean Water Strategy, the Nutrient
ManagementActprovides for province-wide standards to address the. effects.of
agricultural practices on the-environment; especially as they relate.to land-
' applied materials containing nutrients.
' The legislation provides authority to establish province-wide standards for the
management of materials containing nutrients and sets-out requirements and
responsibilities for farmers, municipalities and others in the businessof .:: . .
managing nutrients. ,
The sources of these nutnents include manure and other materials generated
through agriculturat operations, commercial fertilizers, bioaolids.generated by .
municipal sewage. treatment and pulp and paper sludge. The land application .
of these materials is governed by an array of legislative and regulatory :. -
' provisions; guidelines, voluntary best management practices and a patchwork;
of municipal. by-laws.
There is a need for a comprehensive; clear, provincewide approach that
' protects the wafer, environment and well-being of communities in rural Ontario,
while ensuring farmers cair invest in and operate their farms.with confidence. .
' This need was confirmed by farmers themselves, municipalities, environmental
groups and others during consultations held by the Task Force on intensive
Agricultural Operations in Rural Ontario during early 2000. The legislation
' responds. to the results of these. consultations.
The Act also addresses the issues and risks identified in the Environmental
' Commissioner's special report. of July 2000, "The Protection of Ontario's:
Groundwater and Intensive Farming,." It is consistent with Commissioner
Dennis O'Connor's final Walkerton Inquiry report and'it builds on the '_
'-- government's'Smart Growth Strategy that calls for well-planned and
environmentally sensitive development.
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What will the legislation do?
The Nutrient ManagementAct was developed by the Ministry of Agriculture and
Food (.OMAF) and the Ministry of: Environment and Energy (MOEE) using the
recommendations of many private and public sector sources. It
se#s out a comprehensive and integrated approach.to all land-applied
materials and.the safe disposal of deadstock;
• ensures that all land-applied materials will be managed in a sustainable,
beneficial manner which results in environmental and water quality . .
protection;.
o provides for clear; province-wide standards so that farmers can invest
with confidence in their tzusinessea; and '
® increases public confidence in a sustainable future for agricultural. and
rural iievelopment.
What's in the Legislation?
This ~s enabling legislation thatsupporis the implementation of. a
comprehensive regulatory framework regarding:nutrient management and
other related farm practices in Ontario.
The key to this frameworkis ttie.NutrientManagement Plan (NMP), which is a
science-based tool identifying how manure, commercial fertilizers; other,
nutrients and existing soil fertility are effectively managed in an environrraentally
responsible manner. Different types. of operations will have different
requirements and eventually all land-applied materials containing nutrients will
be managed according fo NMPs. Generators .of materials such as municipal
biosolids, and pulp and paper sludge, will be required to complete a Nutrient '
Management Strategy (NMS), which outlines how they are managing materials.
Many guidelines and other reference documents have already been developed
which could provide a.good basis-for these standards: Examples include tt~e
Ontario. Farm: Environmental Coalition's Environmental Farm ,Plan and many
best management practices.
The legislation also provides,authorityfcr clear, strong enforcement: In line with.
other environmental legislation, provincial government officers who are:
knowledgeable in agriculture and the environment will have the authority. to
inspect and issue compliance and preventive orders. The legislation also
establishes th'e right to appeal to the Environmental Review Tribunal.,
Miinicipai responsibilities wilt be clarified under the Act. New standards will
replace the patchvvork of municipal.by-laws regarding nutrient management. .
Municipalities will have the Act as support for their continued responsibility for.
land use planning and building code approvals. The Act also. allows, for the.
creation flf local advisory comrriittees.toprcmote awareness of: the'new rules,
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and mediate local nutrient management issues that are: not related to
' enforcement.
,Administratively, the legislation provides for alternate de-ivery of the review grid
' approval of NMPs and #or the establishment of a registry for NMPs: It also
provides the authority to establish fees-for any activity undertaken.` Initially; the
province will review and approve nutrient management plans arid other.
^ requirements for large livestock operations. The legislation requires the delivery
of enforcement by the Ontario government.
' The Act re-affirms the ultimate'authority of the Environr»erital Protection Act, .
the Ontario Water Resources Act and the Pesticides Act. tt effects
complementary amendments to these Acts, and the Farming and Food -..
Production Protection Act.
' How will it.work? ,
- The: Nutrient Management Act provides. the authority to develop and implement .
' new; enforceable standards, supported by new inspection and compliance _ .
measures and new authority for remedial action and provincial enforcemen#.
The Act provides a framework for the Ministry of Agriculture and Food and the _
' Ministry of Environment and Energy to work with a broad range of, stakeholders, "
to develop the' specific standards:
' Itprovides-authority for regulations governing several areas, including:. ,
• establishing requirements for NMPs and NMSs, including record keeping
' and filing;
• enhancing regulations for:the use; .quality and application of land applied
nutrients;
• establishing minimum distance separation requirements for land!
application and buildings to protect land and water;
o establishing categories of agricultural operations and tandards relating to. .
' the management of materials containing nutrients;
• establishing requirements for the collection, storage, handling, use and .
transportation of materials containing nutrients;
' • establishing qualifications, education, training and certification #or farmers..: , .
and others applying materials containing nutrients to land;
• providing for the use; establishment and access to a registry in which
NMPs/NMSs would be recorded;
• using innovative technologies (e.g. composting) to manage materials
containing nutrients; and .
' ®locally mediating issues that are not related, to enforcement; includin. g'
establishing local advisory committees. .
' The government remains committed fo banning the,land application of
untreated septage over a five year period. This will be done through the
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Different categories of operations will be regulated in different ways, focusing a
greater level of attention and resources where the risk to the environment is
greatest. The Act provides for a framevvork to phase in standards over time,
depending on the size of the operations and the kinds of practices that are
carried out.
Any number of sub-categories could also be defined. to ensure that,different
types of operations would be regulated in the most effective way.
All farms will eventually be governed by new regulations which incorporate best
management practices and standards for the management of materials.
containing nutrients.
The Act establishes authority for a range of new approval and review
requirements designed to minimize environmental risks. These will be most .
stringent for large I'ivestock operations, which will need provincial certification, . .
including. approval for #heir NMPs. These operations will 6e inspected by a . .
team.of provincial government staff who are knowledgeable in agriculture and
the environment. .
Mid-size livestock operations wanting to build or expand vrill be subject to
provincial review. These and other agricultural and smaller livestock operations
will. be responsible for having up-to-date NMPs available for inspection and
review.
Tfie Acf;provides authority for several functions including the review and
approval of NMPs, education, training and certification.
Education and training requirements are an integral part of the new legislation,
so that farmers and others with new responsibilities will be we0-equipped to
adhere to its standards and regulations.
Next_Steps
Consultations regarding the provincial standards and regulations will be
conducted in the near future.
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Ref: Derek Nelson
Minister Johns' office
(416) 326-3861
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' January 9, 2006
' The Corporation of the City of Barrie
70 Collier Street
P.O. Box 400
' BARRIE, Ontario
L4M 4T5
' ATTENTION Mr Jeff Parent, P.Enq.
Re: City of Barrie Waste Water Pollution Control Cen
' Ca acit to Acce t Se to a from the Townshi o
Dear Mr. Parent:
' At the Committee of the Whole meeting held on
EES2005-45. was received and adopted by Counc
Barrie be asked to consider acceptance of Town
capacity of their sewage treatment plant.
' At the present time, the Township has approximately
the fields that would generate approximately 12,121 m
' With the Township's proximity to the Cities of Barrie
annual septage generated within the Township could
' dependent on capacity availability.
All septage would be conveyed to your WPCC by ind
' Thank you very much for your consideration to this m
further information, please contact the undersigned a
' Sincerely,
' TOW.tJSH1P OF ORO-MEDONTE
Kelt~eson, C.R.S.I.
' Director of Engineering and Environmental Services
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' January 19, 2006
Mr. Keith Mathieson
Director of Engineering and Environmental Services
Township of Oro-Medonte
Box 100
' Oro, ON LOL 2X0
Dear Mr. Mathieson:
Re: Treatment of Septage Waste
' Further to your letter dated January 9, 2006, the following is a copy of a section of a report of
the Council Committee, which was adopted by Council on January 16, 2006:
' "THAT as recommended in a report dated January 3, 2006 from the Public Works Department,
septage and hauled sewage from within the Township of Severn and other area municipalities
continue to be received and treated at the Orillia Wastewater Treatment Centre (WWTC);
' AND THAT at times when there are capacity issues, operational problems or deterioration in
effluent qualify at the WWTC the material from commercial, institutional and industrial sources
' will not be accepted, while every effort will be made to continue to receive domestic septage
and hauled sewage.°
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Manager of Council Services/Clerk
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Marilyn Pennycook, Clerk, Township of Oro-Medonte
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Manager of Council Services/Clerk
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Orillia City Centre
50 Andrew Street South
Orillia, ON L3V 7T5
Re: treatment of Septaae Waste
' Dear Ms. Lee:
Your correspondence dated January 19, 2006, with respect to the above-noted
matter, was formally received by the Council of the Township of Oro-Medonte at
the regular Council meeting of February 1, 2006.
If you require further information, please contact the undersigned.
Marilyn Pennycook
Clerk
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Oro-Medonte Sentage
Flow 100 m3/d
BODS 1600 mg/L = 160 kg/d
TSS 8433 mg/L = 843 kg/d
TKN 123 mg/L = 12 kg/d
TP 11 mg~L = 1 kg/d
Horseshoe Valley STP
Flow 810 m3/d
BODj 220 mg/L = 178 kg/d
TSS 290 mg/L = 235 kg/d
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MEMORANDUM
To: Bruce Hoppe
Township of Oro-Medonte
From: Nick McDonald
Date: May 31, 2007
Re: The short version -Craighurst
Our File No: 1793
Below is the annotated version of the status of the Craighurst Secondary Plan process:
TIMELINE
1. Process initiated in 1999
2. Number of supporting studies prepared in 2000 and 2001
3. Process delayed as a result of election in 2000
4. Process further delayed by Oro Moraine exercise - 2001 to 2004
5. Comprehensive engineering report completed in 2004 - 2005
6. MOE had some initial concerns about servicing issues
7. The IGAP process then commenced and the process was further delayed
8. Much time was spent talking to the Province and County about Craighurst in
2005 - 2007
9. Province and County finally agreed that Craighurst can proceed to Council
adoption in early 2007
NEXT STEPS
1. MOE is requiring that an Environmental Assessment be completed
2. Engineers are in the process of being canvassed to discuss scope of work
required
3. Once engineer is retained, servicing work can be finalized
4. Target for completion of servicing work is Fall 2007
5. Public meeting on Secondary Plan in late 2007
s. Council may be in a position to adopt OPA by end of 2007 or early 2008.
Nick McDonald, RPP
113 Collier Street, Barrie, Ontario L4M 1H2
Telephone: (705) 737-4512 Facsimile: (705) 737-5078
Website: www.meridianplan.ca
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PLANNING CONSULTANTS INC.
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MEMORANDUM
To: Bruce Hoppe
From: Nick McDonald
Date: May 8, 2007
Re: Craighurst Secondary Ptan
Our File No: 1793
INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this update is to provide you with an update on the status of the
Craighurst Secondary Ptan.
BACKGROUND
The Craighurst settlement area is centred on the intersection of County Road 93 and
County Road 22. The total area of the settlement is approximately 160 hectares.
Section 81.2.4 of the approved Official Plan states that "it shat( be a policy of this
Plan that a Secondary Plan be prepared for Craighurst prior to the development of
any new residential plans of subdivision. Such a Secondary Plan shat! deal with such
issues as parkland, road access and servicing on a comprehensive basis". Section
D4.3.5 of the approved Official Ptan identifies the matters that are to be dealt with by
the Secondary Plan. These include:
The mix, density and phasing of proposed land uses;
• The appropriate form of servicing;
• The location, scale and type of commercial uses;
• The impacts of development on community facilities such as schools;
• The compatibility of proposed uses with adjacent land uses outside of the
settlement;
• Parkland;
• Provision of an appropriate road network; and
The impact of development on the Highway 400/Horseshoe Valley Road
interchange.
On the basis of these approved policies, a work program for the Secondary Plan was
prepared in late 1999. The work program, which was adopted by Council, established
a 4 stage process. Stage 1 involved a review of all background materials, Stage 2
involved the preparation of alternative land use concepts, Stage 3 involved the
preparation of a preferred land use concept, and the last stage entailed the actual
preparation of the Secondary Plan. We are stilt in Stage 3.
113 Collier Street, Barrie, Ontario L4M 1H2
Telephone: (705) 737-4512 Facsimile: (705) 737-5078
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Consultants were retained in early 2000, and a number of public meetings and open
houses were held in 2000 and 2001 to solicit the views of the public. However,
Council decided to delay the Secondary Plan process in late 2000 as a result of the
municipal elections, and then later in 2001 when the Oro Moraine Land Use Ptan was
initiated. The Oro Moraine Land Use Plan and implementing Official Plan Amendment
#16 was adopted by Council in August 2003 and approved with modifications by the
County of Simcoe in late 2004 and by the OMB in February 2006.
Before the Oro Moraine process was initiated, Meridian prepared a report in November
2001 which reviewed development options for Craighurst. The report indicated that
"given the lack of municipal services, the establishment of development options in
Craighurst is very much dependent on the type and cost of municipal servicing". The
report also indicated that "the type of servicing selected must have regard to the
servicing hierarchy that is set out in both the Provincial Policy Statement and the
County of Simcoe Official Plan". Both of these documents indicate that the preferred
means of servicing settlement areas is by full municipal water and sewage services.
The Meridian report further indicated that "from a planning perspective, it is much
more preferable to encourage the development of compact communities on fuff
municipafservices".
On the basis of the above, two design options were prepared for consideration. The
first option described how Craighurst could be developed on municipal water and
private septic systems. Atypical tot in this scenario would have a frontage of 30
metres and a depth of 70 metres. On the basis of the development of this size of lot,
a total of 240 lots could be developed within the undeveloped portions of the
community. The second development scenario assumed a development would occur
on full municipal services. In this scenario, tots would have a frontage of 12 to 18
metres. About 700 tots could be developed within the community if this option was
selected.
On the basis of a detailed review of the options, it was our recommendation in the
November 2001 report that the Craighurst community be developed on the basis of full
municipal services.
The Oro Moraine Land use planning process was then initiated. In an October 2002
report prepared by Meridian, it was recommended that alt new residential and
commercial development on the Oro Moraine be directed to existing development
areas. In addition, it was also recommended that new residential development on the
Oro Moraine be serviced by municipal or communal water and sewer services.
These recommendations, amongst others, were then translated into OPA 16. OPA 16
included a new policy on Craighurst that was intended to build upon the existing
approved policies. The new policy is below:
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It is expected that there will be pressure for growth in Craighurst over the
planning period since it is:
• Centred an the intersection of 2 major highways;
• Located adjacent to Highway 400;
• Within easy access to employment and shopping in Barrie; and,
• Located at the gateway to a major recreational area centred on Horseshoe
Valley Resort.
On the basis of the above, a Secondary Plan shall be prepared for Craighurst
prior to the development of any new residential pions of subdivision. Such a
Secondary Plan shalt deal with such issues as parkland, road access and
servicing on a comprehensive basis. Given the location of Craighurst on the
Oro Moraine, the preferred means of servicing in Craighurst is on the basis of
full municipal services".
On the basis of the above adopted policy, Trow Engineering was directed in 2004 to
prepare a servicing report for Craighurst that was based on the principle that full
municipal services were the preferred means of servicing the settlement area.
THE TROW REPORT
The Trow report dated March 2005 is a "draft" final report. The report builds upon a
background report prepared by Trow in August 2000.
The March 2005 report reviews the feasibility of developing up to 700 new homes, a
new elementary school, and approximately 9 hectares of commercial/institutional
development in the community of Craighurst. The report reviews the feasibility of
supplying Craighurst with municipal sewage and water services, the ability of the
transportation network to accommodate development, and the feasibility of treating
stormwater in accordance with today's standards. A brief summary of the findings in
the report is below.
Sanitary Sewage Collection and Disposal
Section 4 of the March 2005 report reviews a variety of options with respect to the
provision of sanitary sewage collection and disposal services. Given the soil and
overburden characteristics in the area, a system that is based on subsurface sewage
disposal is preferred. However, another option is to discharge effluent into a tributary
of Matheson Creek or Craig's Swamp. It is noted in the report that Craig's Swamp "has
the ability to treat wastewater effluent to a high level, and may benefit from the
additional flow and nutrients produced by a municipal sewage treatment facility".
It is noted in the report that the treatment option will be dependent on whether the
effluent will be discharged to a location that is hydraulically not isolated or isolated
from sources of groundwater supply. If it is not isolated, the main constraint becomes
the nitrate concentration in the effluent. In order for the effluent to have an
appropriate nitrate concentration, a rotary biological contactor, or a sequential batch
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reactor, or an aerobic plant with denitrification would be required. If the land within
the Secondary Plan area were used in the dilution calculations, then such a plant could
support up to 780 dwelling units, or 2,340 people within the Secondary Plan area.
If the effluent discharge location is hydraulically isolated from groundwater sources,
then there is no issue with respect to nitrate. On the basis of information collected to
date, the wetlands located west and north of the study area function as a hydraulic
boundary for groundwater flow, which means that there is an upward hydraulic
gradient in the direction of groundwater flow adjacent to the wetlands. This means
that if effluent is discharged in this location, the discharge of sewage would be via the
subsurface and will be level to the adjacent wetlands and eventually to Matheson
Creek. In this case, the main constraint wilt be the amount of phosphorous that can
be accommodated in the wetland/Matheson Creek. It is estimated that if a biological
membrane plant was constructed with 98% removal of phosphorous, a total of 864
dwelling units could be serviced within the Craighurst settlement.
In terms of treatment plant location, it is recommended that the most appropriate
location is to the west of the CP rail line, since the location is downstream of the
development area. Locating a plant in this area ensures that all possible options with
respect to sewage disposal are available.
It should be noted that alt options are required to be explored as part of the
environmental assessment process, which is a process that wilt need to be followed
prior to any development occurring within the Secondary Plan area. However, the
report does indicate very clearly that it is technically possible to develop between 700
and 860 new dwelling units within the Secondary Plan area, based on current
knowledge.
Water Supply
Section 2 of the Trow report deals with water supply, storage and distribution. The
report notes that there are currently three wells servicing the Craighurst Estates
subdivision. The water system is designed for about 166 people. It is also noted that
the Snider welt is in existence, however, many residents and businesses have been
disconnected from the welt in recent years.
As per the previous Trow report, it is noted that the tower aquifer is capable of
supplying a considerable amount of water for new development in the area. It is
estimated that the lower aquifer can supply water to approximately 2,740 people (910
households). Two new wells would be needed in the community. There may be a
need for storage associated with each well. However, 1 elevated storage facility is
also feasible.
In terms of well location, wells can be located anywhere within the Secondary Plan
area. However, the cost of constructing a welt at the lowest surface elevation above
the aquifer is the least expensive. Over time, the plan would be to connect the new
wells with the existing wells at Craighurst Estates.
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The cost of constructing a new municipal water system in Craighurst ranges from
between $1.5 million to $2.2 million, depending on the number of wells and the type
of underground storage. Elevated storage is the least expensive option.
Stormwater Management
Section 5 of the Trow report deals with Stormwater management. Given the rotting
topography of the area, there are 6 drainage basins within the Secondary Plan area.
This means, at least in principle, that there will be a need for a Stormwater
management pond in each of the basins. However, it is possible for 1 pond to be
constructed for 2 of the basins, provided a culvert is upgraded. It is estimated that
the cost of the new ponds will be approximately $1.5 million.
Transportation
Section 6 of the Trow report deals with transportation. It is noted that County Road
22 is the busier of the 2 County Roads in the settlement area. In 2002, traffic volumes
on County Road 22 were about 5,600 vehicles per day, and 2,400 vehicles per day on
County Road 93 (this is the average daily traffic averaged over a year). Traffic,
particularly on County Road 22, has been increasing rapidly in recent years, and in
1995, the AADT on County Road 22 at 93 was 3,350. The County of Simcoe estimates
that the amount of truck traffic on County Road 22 is about 5% of the total volume.
The Trow report notes that the traffic analysis undertaken by the County was not
taken during the ski season at Horseshoe Resort. This means that the actual numbers
may be significantly higher, particularly in the winter.
Based on growth outside of the Secondary Plan area, it is estimated that traffic,
particularly on County Road 22, wilt increase by about 3.8% per year. Given that it is
conservatively estimated that about 75 homes per year wilt be developed in the
Craighurst settlement, the rate of traffic growth attributed to growth in Craighurst is
marginal when compared to the rate of growth in traffic expected as a result of other
development in the area.
Both County Roads 22 and 93 are considered to be arterial roads, and are designed to
accommodate 20,000 AADT each. Based on an analysis of the increase in background
traffic and the increase resulting from traffic resulting in the Craighurst settlement,
an additional 2 lanes wilt be required on County Road 22 through the Secondary Plan
area.
With respect to the rail tine, it is noted in the report that the rail line travelling
through Craighurst is the main line between Toronto and Western Canada. As many as
16 trains per day with train lengths anywhere between 50 and 180 cars, pass through
the community on any given weekday. It is estimated that delays caused by the
passing of trains over County Roads 93 and 22 average about 5 minutes. However,
these delays are compounded when trains pass each other and 1 train is required to
wait for the train the pass. Although CP does not provide any estimates of future
traffic on this rail line, it is felt that the amount, frequency and length of trains will
undoubtedly increase in the future.
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On the basis of the above, it is recommended that additional storage be constructed
on County Road 22 both east and west of the existing rail line. This storage, in the
form of additional lanes, wilt ensure that traffic does not back up the off-ramp from
Highway 400 onto the highway itself. No additional lanes are required on County Road
93.
With respect to the cost of improvements, particularly to County Road 22, it is
estimated that only 23% of the additional traffic on County Road 22 will be from
development within the Secondary Plan area. As a result, it is suggested that new
development only be responsible for 23% of the cost. It is noted that storage lanes
would eventually be required even if no development occurred in Craighurst.
Overall Cost
Given the desire to ensure that development within Craighurst is cost-effective, a
major focus of the work was the determination of how much it would cost to develop
the municipal services required to service the new development. Based on the
equivalent of 931 dwelling units (this takes into account the proposed school and the
new commercial/institutional uses), it is estimated that the cost of the water supply
and storage, water distribution network, sewage treatment system, the sewage
collection system, the stormwater management facilities, other drainage works,
internal roads, streetlights and utilities, and the widening of County Road 22 wilt cost
approximately $19,740 per unit.
POST TROW REPORT
Although a considerable amount of progress has been made with respect to servicing
the Craighurst community, another delay in the process occurred in mid-2005 white
the preparation of an Intergovernmental Action Plan (IGAP) for South Simcoe County
was being carried out.
On July 19, 2005 the Ministry of the Environment indicated that it would not be
appropriate for the Township to consider with the Secondary Plan process while the
IGAP Study is underway. Following this letter, we had a number of discussions with
the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing and the Ministry of Environment on the
Secondary Plan process and the implications of IGAP on that process. While the
Province was not in a position to prepare any written comments on their position, it
was made clear that the Province was not in a position at that time to support the
efforts of the Township of Oro-Medonte with respect to the Craighurst Secondary Plan.
This was primarily because the Secondary Plan process itself involves an expansion to
the approved settlement area within the Township of Oro•Medonte Official Ptan.
As the IGAP process came to a close, it became clear that the Willow Creek Watershed
was one of the healthiest watersheds in Simcoe County. In addition, the IGAP process
concluded with a recommendation that while the majority of new growth should be
directed to the City of Barrie, each of the other Municipalities in the County should
also be expected to accommodate some level of development, preferably on full
municipal services.
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In addition, we continued to monitor the IGAP process and provide comments on the
reports prepared to ensure that alt options with respect to Craighurst continued to be
"on the table". In August 2006, I wrote to the Ministry of Environment and requested a
meeting with representatives from the MOE, MMAH and the County of Simcoe to
discuss how to proceed with the Secondary Plan process. It was indicated by the MOE
at this meeting on November 8, 2006 that the Township should consider the
incorporation of an Environmental Assessment into the planning process pursuant to
the Environmental Assessment Act. The MOE also indicated at this meeting that there
did not appear to be any technical constraints to developing up to 700 units within the
Craighurst Settlement Area from a water supply and sewage disposal perspective.
However, the County indicated that it was reluctant at the time to consider the
Secondary P(an process in the absence of the County finalizing a Growth Management
exercise that was anticipated to begin in 2007. County staff also indicated that the
Background Reports prepared in support of the IGAP process indicated that the
Township had an oversupply of land for residential development and that therefore
there was no justification for proceeding with the Craighurst Secondary Plan.
Following this meeting, the IGAP reports were reviewed in detail and it was
determined that there were a number of errors in those reports with respect to supply
of land. In a memo dated November 24, 2006, I indicated that the report grossly over-
stated the amount of supply and that the lands identified as being within the proposed
Craighurst Secondary Plan area have been included within an approved population for
the Township of Oro-Medonte.
The Province took a few months to review our November 24, 2006 submission and in
February/March 2007 indicated verbally that they were in agreement with how the
numbers contained within the IGAP report over-represented the amount of supply in
the Township. It is noted that these Provincial comments are not expected in writing.
Following these discussions, the County was then contacted to confirm that they
would have no issues with the Secondary Plan process proceeding to its conclusion,
which is the adoption of an Amendment to the Official Plan.
On March 27, 2007, Ian Bender indicated that the County Planning Department
supports the planning directions, including the development of a Secondary Plan, that
are set out for the settlement of Craighurst in the Oro-Medonte Official Plan. In
addition, it is indicated that "while background or context information can change of
anytime, 1 do not anticipate the County Growth Management Study being undertaken
in 2007 would significantly after the existing projections for Oro-Medonte. in any
case, the growth of Craighurst set out in the OP would likely fit in within any
adjustments, whether up or down, to the current Township rate of growth." It is also
indicated that County staff have been informed by the Province that the "Ministry does
not object to the development of such full municipal service systems for Craighurst."
On the basis of the above, it is my opinion that we do now have the "green light" to
conclude the Secondary Ptan process for the Township of Oro-Medonte. On this basis,
I am now in the process of sending out packages of information to three engineering
firms to determine what the costs wilt be to complete the engineering component of
the Secondary Plan process pursuant to the Environmental Assessment policies and
procedures in place. It is hoped that we will be able to obtain an estimate of the cost
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to complete the remaining work and for how tong it will take for the work to be
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I trust that this is what you require at this time. If you have any questions, please give
me a call
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REPORT
Dept. Report No. To: Prepared By:
BP 2007- 021 Council Adam Kozlowski, B.URPL
Planner
Subject: Department:
Council Building & Planning
Zoning By-law Services
C. of W. Amendment Michael Date:
Bridge dune 6, 2007
Motion Pt. Lots 66, 67, 100 R.M. File #: D14 35876
# Plan 309 (Medonte) Application # 2006-ZBA-
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Warminster
Date: Roll #: 020-004-16400
BACKGROUND
The purpose of this report is to review a proposed Zoning By-law Amendment
Application and make recommendation to Council as to the disposition of the matter.
This rezoning application has been submitted for the purpose of operating a "Chip
Stand" refreshment vehicle operation at the above-noted location. The applicant was
advised by the Clerk's Department that in accordance with By-law 2003-032 (being a
By-law to "License and to Regulate Refreshment Vehicles', the following section
would apply:
5.12 Refreshment vehicles licensed under this By-law shall be
permitted to operate on commercially zoned private property
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In addition to the requirement for commercial zoning, operators of refreshment vehicles
are also required to produce documentation related to various inspections and
insurance of the vehicle. The applicant has produced the following documentation to
the Township:
• Province of Ontario: Master Business License -issued July 10, 2006
• Ministry of Finance: Vendor Permit- issued July 11, 2006.
• "Budget Propane" Inspection -October 31, 2006.
• "State Farm Insurance" -November 1, 2006.
"Target" Fire System: Inspection Certificate -issued November 3, 2006.
• Ministry of Health: Food Premises Inspection Report -issued November 7,
2006.
The Township Planning Department was made aware of the application for a business
license for the operation of a refreshment vehicle (chip truck), and through subsequent
review of the Zoning By-law, determined that such a use was not permitted on the
applicant's property, being Zoned Residential One (R1). This information was provided
to the applicant, along with the recommendation that the Ministry of Transportation
(MTO) be contacted with respect to requirements for locating such a business abutting
a Provincial Highway, and in particular, to determine if an entrance permit and/or other
approvals would be required. At the regular Council meeting of November 22, 2006,
the applicant made a Deputation requesting exemption from Township policies to
operate the refreshment vehicle, and also produced a petition that was signed by 15
neighbours in support of the proposed operation.
The rezoning application was circulated to the Township Building, Engineering, and
Public Works departments on December 22, 2006. No concerns were noted, and in
particular, the Building Department determined through a site inspection that a building
permit was not needed for the chip stand. The MTO was circulated the rezoning
application on January 4, 2007 for comment, and replied on February 14, 2007,
indicating no objection in principal to the rezoning of the property from Residential to
Commercial. The applicant will be required to upgrade the entrance to MTO standard
which has been agreed upon by the owner.
OFFICIAL PLAN
The land subject to the rezoning are located within the Warminster Settlement Area,
and is designated Rural Settlement Area by the Official Plan. Section D4 of the Official
Plan contains policies with respect to development within rural settlements such as
Warminster. Specifically, Section D4.2 lists permitted uses within such settlements,
including "low density residential uses, small scale commercial uses that serve the
needs of the settlement area and the surrounding rural area, (and] small scale industrial
development..." The subject property contains a single detached dwelling and
detached accessory structure. The application to rezone the property to permit the
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operation of a refreshment vehicle would appear to be in keeping with the intent of
Section D4 of the Official Plan.
ZONING BY-LAW
The Zoning By-law Amendment Application will rezone the subject property from the
Residential One (R1) Zone to the Local Commercial Exception 177 (LC*177) Zone to
limit the use of the property strictly for the operation of a refreshment vehicle, where the
Exception 177 will recognize the existing single detached dwelling, as such structures
are otherwise not permitted in the LC Zone. This zoning exception is necessary for the
applicant to obtain both the Township Business License for the refreshment vehicle,
and to meet with MTO requirements for a commercial entrance permit to provide
access to same. With respect to the LC and GC Zoning, staff has determined that
rezoning the subject property to the LC Zone would be more appropriate, as this
particular zone permits uses that are intended to serve the immediate neighbourhood.
In addition, rezoning the property to asite-specific zone will prohibit the establishment
of larger-scale, potentially incompatible commercial uses from being established on the
subject property.
ANALYSIS
A Public Meeting for the application was held on May 9, 2007. While no member of the
audience made oral comments with respect to the proposed zoning amendment, a
written submission was received from Mr. Douglas Orr, owner of adjacent lands to the
north. Mr. Orr outlined several concerns with regard to the operation of a chip truck on
the subject property, including the potential for excessive garbage, traffic, and privacy.
A site meeting with the applicant, Mr. Orr, and planning staff was held on May 23, 2007
to facilitate discussion with a view to resolving the concerns raised. Through
discussion, the issue of privacy constituted the main concern, as Mr. Orr indicated that
he plans to construct a dwelling on his vacant property in the future. As a compromise,
the applicant has agreed to erect a privacy fence (board-on-board) along the north
property Tine of the subject property, to the satisfaction of the Township and Mr. Orr.
The applicant submitted an undertaking on May 28, 2007 stating that he would
construct the fence "within 1 year of the date of the [undertaking]". Mr. Orr agreed that
this is reasonable.
The proposed Zoning Amendment Application to rezone the subject property from
Residential One (R1) Zone to Local Commercial Exception 177 (LC'177) is necessary
for the applicant to operate a refreshment vehicle. As discussed, the proposal would be
in keeping with the intent of the Official Plan, and rezoning to the LC`177 would not
cause conflict with the existing and/or proposed use for the subject property. In
addition, the applicant and objector have indicated that privacy concerns will be
addressed through the construction of a fence along the north property line.
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It is recommended:
1. THAT Report BP 2007-021 be received and adopted; and
2. THAT Zoning By-law Amendment Application 2006-ZBA-15 for Michael Bridge,
that would rezone the lands described as Pt. Lots 66, 67, 100, Plan 309
(Medonte), Township of Oro-Medonte, 9820 Highway 12 on Schedule A21 of
Zoning By-law 97-95 (as amended) from Residential One (R1) Zone to Local
Commercial Exception 177 (LC'177) Zone be approved; and
3. That the Clerk bring forward the appropriate By-law for Council's consideration.
Respectfully submitted,
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Planner
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REPORT
Dept. Report No. To: Prepared By:
BP 2007-022 Committee of the Whole Bruce Hoppe
Subject: Department:
Council BuildinglPlanning
Request for Exemption, Ms.
C. of W. Robin De Villiers, 105 Date:
Hummingbird Hill Road Ma 31, 2007
Motion # R.M. File #:
Application #
Date: Roll #:
BACKG
Township of Orv-Medonte By-law 2005-119, enacted December 21, 2005, regulates, licenses,
and controls animals within the municipality. This by-law superseded By-law 2002-076, which
was reviewed in the summer of 2006 by Council. Among other matters, one of the items
amended by Council was the provision to permit three dogs per household rather than two as
required by the previous by-law.
The Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (OSPCA) investigated a complaint
regarding the number of dogs on the subject property. Investigations concluded that the owner
has five dogs and, as a result, fines for two dogs beyond the allowable three dogs were levied
and paid. Tags for the three animals permitted by the by-law have been obtained by the owner.
A request from Ms. De Villiers regarding an exemption to the by-law has been received
{attached).
YSIS:
When the by-law was reviewed in 2006, there was an attempt to balance the desires of
landowners in the Township to own more than two dogs, with the wishes of others who are
concerned with the enjoymentof abutting properties and the potential for noise impacts from
barking dogs. While staff are sympathetic to the owner's si#uation, it is staff's position that the
increase of the number of dogs from two to three was a reasonable compromise to address
these compe#ing interests.
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RECOMMENDA'
It is recommended:
1. THAT Report No. BP 2007-022 be received and adopted.
2. THAT the request for a temporary exemption for Ms. De Villiers be refused.
Respectfully submitted,
Bruce Hoppe, MCIP, RPP
Director of Building and Planning Services
C.A.O. Comments:
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From: "Robin de Villier="
To: "Harry Nughes"
Sent: Sunday, May 13, 2007 12:36 PM
Subject: draft
Dear Mayor and Council.
1) I am a continuing member in good standing of the Canadian Kennel Club since 1993.
2) OSPCA Barry Mitchell has visited and documented no concerns with the facilities or care of my dogs.
OSPCA Lisa Cain issued a fine on March 30/07 for "owning more than two dogs without a Kennel License".
I paid the fine of $12S on April 12/07.
3) 1 have five dogs and current tags for three dogs.
I desire to comply with the requirements of the "Animal Control Bylaw" of which i have a copy.
4) There are many extenuating circumstances inhibiting immediate compliance to the "Animal Control Bylaw".
S) At present, 1 am looking for a site where I will be able to comply.
In this interim, 1 request to be permitted to keep S dogs.
Robin de Villiers
5!23/2007
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Irwin, Doug
From: Cowden, Scott
Sent: Tuesday, June 05, 2007 9:29 AM
To: Zieleniewski, Jennifer; .Council '
Cc: Murray, Hugh; Burness, Lynn
Subject: Plan your Escape Contest winner-East Oro School
Hi all;
I received word late yesterday that Mrs. Wood's Senior Kindergarten/Grade 1 class as East Oro School is a
winner in the Fire Marshal's Public Fire Safety Council's 'Plan Your Escape' contest. The Fire Departments'
personnel attended all seven schools in the twp over the past number of months to promote this program.
Members of the class at East Oro drew pictures of how they'd escape from their homes in the event of fire.
For their prize, the class will receive a pizza lunch and each student will receive a 'grab bag' from the Fire
Marshal's office.
We strongly believe that delivering Public Education programs to children provides life-long benefits in terms of
fire-safe behaviours.
Best Regards,
Scott Cowden,
Fire Chief
6/5/2007
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MEMORANDUM
To: Members of Council, Madame CAO
cc: All OMFES Fire Stations and personnel, Peter Rose, CGI
From: Scott Cowden, Chief OMFES R.M. File #:
Date: June 4, 2007 Roll #:
Subject: Achievement of Superior Tanker Shuttle Accreditation
Gentlemen/Madame CAO;
We would like to thank all the members of Council who took the time from their busy schedules to visit us on Saturday,
June 2nd during our Accreditation testing. Our Fire Fighters do not do what they do in the Township for the attention but we
appreciate your interest and your understanding of our roles in the community.
I am pleased to report to you today that your Fire Department successfully achieved the Superior Tanker Shuttle [STS]
Accreditation Test at our session on June 2.
For two hours on Saturday morning, using apparatus and personnel from across the Department, we transported [shuttled]
water a distance of 10 kms from the water source to the 'fire site' at a rate of 425 Imperial gallons per minute [1930
Litres/min].
This rate of water delivery gives us the coveted 'Commercial' rating which will bring insurance savings to our commercially-
rated property owners as well as the savings that our howeowner's will enjoy from the basic STS accreditation at 200
gallons/minute [400 Litres/minute].
This would not have been possible without the hard work and dedication of our volunteers and our volunteer committee
who help plan and execute this testing. Thanks, too, to the Huter family at Mt. St. Louis ski resort who assisted us by
allowing the use of their facility and with the installation of a dry fire hydrant in their pond.
With all this said, we are not finished with the implementation of this program yet. We will be working over the summer to
deliver training to aII six fire stations to ensure that we have a standard practice that will be employed any time that a fire
occurs and additional water is needed a the scene of the fire.
Once Canadian General Insurance provides the official documentation for STS Accreditation, we will promote this to all our
ratepayers so that they can inform their insurers to reap the benefits of lower insurance premiums.
Thanks again to everyone.
Requests to Waive Rental Fees
Amount Account Carried/
Or anizat ion/Name Facilit Pur ose Re nested Disbursement Defeated
A Unity Christian High School Bayview Memorial Park Entrance Fees July 1st Group Swim $300.00
Note: It is recommended to Council that the listed organization be requested to submit the appropriate applicable fee.
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UNITY CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL
750 Essa Rd.,
Barrie, ON
L4N 9E9
www. unitychristianhigh.ca
Peter Bulthuis, principal
PH: (705) 792-6915; FAX: (705) 792-2389;
email: pbulthuis@unitychristianhigh.ca
Your worship, Mayor Harry Hughes,
Members of the council,
Oro-Medonte,
148 Line 7 S., Box 100,
Oro-Medonte, ON
COL 2X0
Honourable members,
I am the principal of Unity Christian High School in Barrie. This summer, I am going to
work with a group of about 60 Christian young people from around Canada and USA,
who are volunteering to work in Barrie on the week of June 30 through July 7, 2007.
These young people from various churches, along with their chaperones, will be working
on the homes of disadvantaged people in the city, as well as Habitat for Humanity, the
David Busby Centre in Barrie and other locations, to offer a "cup of cold water" to people
in need.
Throughout the week, they will be working hard in their several locations, and would
appreciate starting their volunteer labours with a swim at one of your wonderful beaches:
the BMP beach on Sunday, July 1. I understand that council has just instituted a $20.00
per car admission fee to the beach. Whereas I can completely understand that fee,
initiated for various reasons, I would ask that this fee be waived for this group on this
day. I expect there to be c. 12-15 cars, carrying these young people.
The reason for my request, is that these kids are giving of part of their summer, and I
thought that perhaps the council could make a special dispensation for this group of
volunteers.
Thank you so much for your thought and deliberation.
I remain faithfully yours,
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Peter Bulthuis, principal,
and spiritual advisor to the group.